Leg: Anterior Compartment Flashcards
1
Q
Muscles of the anterior compartment of the leg
A
Tibialis anterior Extensor digitorum longus Extensor hallucis longus Tibialis tertius (underneath)
2
Q
Function of the anterior compartment of the leg
A
Dorsiflexion of the ankle
Extension of the toes
3
Q
Innervation of the anterior compartment of the leg
A
Deep fibular nerve (L4, L5)
4
Q
What does dysfunction of the anterior compartment of the leg cause?
A
Foot drop (high steppage and foot slap)