EXTENSOR HALLUCIS LONGUS M

Question 1

what happens to the extensor hallucis longus m during the contact period of stance phase?

Answer 1

deceleration of the foot at heel strike

Question 2

what happens to the extensor hallucis longus m during the propulsion period of stance phase?

Answer 2

provides extension stability along with the EHB at the first MPJ

extension stability at the IPJ with GRFs and compression the phalanges of the hallux posteriorly

Question 3

what is significant of the extensor hallucis longus m during the swing phase?

Answer 3

peak function at the beginning and end of the swing phase

strongest ankle joint dorsiflexor as the swing phase begins

it is neutral dorsiflexor having little effect on the STJ while performing its function

Question 4

what is the pathology of the extensor hallucis longus m?

Answer 4

difficulty in foot clearance during mid swing

Question 5

what periods of the stance phase is the extensor hallucis longus most active?

Answer 5

contact

propulsion