extensor hallucis longus Flashcards
1
Q
extensor hallucis longus origin
A
middle half, anterior surface of the fibula
adjacent interosseous membrane
2
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extensor hallucis longus insertion
A
dorsal surface of distal phalanx of hallux (distal phalange of great toe)
3
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extensor hallucis longus actions
A
dorsiflexes joints of hallux and then ankle
4
Q
extensor hallucis longus function
A
holding the foot up during swing phase of gait
5
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extensor hallucis longus nerve supply
A
deep peroneal nerve L5, S1
