Intrinsic Muscles of the Foot - 1st Layer Flashcards
1
Q
Abductor Hallucis
A
origin: calcaneus
insertion: base of the proximal phalanx of digit 1
innervation: medial plantar N.
action: abduction of the great toe
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2
Q
Flexor Digitorum Brevis
A
origin: calcaneus and plantar aponeurosis
insertion: middle phalanx of digits 2-5
innervation: medial plantar N.
action: flexion of digits 2-5
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3
Q
Abductor Digiti Minimi
A
origin: calcaneus
insertion: base of the proximal phalanx of digit 5
innervation: lateral plantar N.
action: abduction of the small toe
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