Lateral Leg Flashcards
Which muscle is most superficial in the lateral leg?
Fibularis longus
What is the origin of the FL?
Superior, lateral fibula and lateral tibial condyle
What is the insertion of FL?
Medial cuneiform and base of metatarsal I
Crosses under the foot
What are the actions of FL?
Eversion and plantarflexion
Supports lateral and transverse arches of foot
What is the nerve supply to FL?
Superficial fibular nerve
What are the nerve roots of superficial fibular nerve?
L4-S1
What is the origin of FB?
Inferior, lateral fibula shaft
What is the insertion of FB?
Tubercle on metatarsal V
What is the action of FB?
Eversion of foot
What is the nerve supply to FB?
Superficial fibular nerve
Name the muscles of the lateral leg compartment (and alternative names)
Fibularis longus
Fibularis brevis
OR
Peroneal longus and brevis