Lateral Compartment of the Leg Flashcards
1
Q
Fibularis Longus
A
O= Upper lateral fibula I= 1st metatarsal, plantar med cuneiform (Same as Tibialis Ant) A= Plantarflexion, eversion, support arches In= Superficial fibular
2
Q
Fibularis Brevis
A
O= Lower 2/3rds of lat fibula I= 5th metatarsal A= Plantarflexion, eversion In= Superficial fibular
3
Q
Where are the tendons?
A
Posterior to lateral malleolus
4
Q
What is deep to fibularis longus?
A
Common fibular nerve
- Wrapping around head of fibula
- Foot drop if damaged