Intrinsic Dorsal Foot Muscles

Question 1

List the intrinsic dorsal foot muscles

Answer 1

Extensor digitorum brevis

Extensor hallucis brevis

Question 2

Extensor digitorum brevis

Answer 2

• Originates on the superolateral surface of the calcaneus
• Inserts at the extensor hoods, which arise on the dorsal surfaces of the toes
• Extends toes 2-4

Question 3

Extensor hallucis brevis

Answer 3

• Originates on the dorsal surface of the calcaneus
• Inserts at the base of the proximal phalanx of the great toe
• Extends the great toe.