Lateral Leg Flashcards
1
Q
Fibularis longus
A
Origin: Head & lateral surface of fibula & adjacent interosseous membrane
Insertion: Plantar surface of medial cuneiform & base of 1st metatarsal
Action: Foot eversion. Assists in ankle plantarflexion
Innervation: Superficial fibular n.
2
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Fibularis brevis
A
Origin: Lateral surface of fibula & adjacent interosseous membrane
Insertion: Tuberosity of 5th metatarsal
Action: Foot eversion. Assists in ankle plantarflexion
Innervation: Superficial fibular n.