peroneus longus

Question 1

peroneus longus origin

Answer 1

upper 2/3 lateral surface and head of fibula

Question 2

peroneus longus insertion

Answer 2

plantar surface of medial cuneiform

adjacent base 1st metatarsal

Question 3

peroneus longus actions

Answer 3

everts and plantarflexes the foot

Question 4

peroneus longus function

Answer 4

supports the medial side of the foot during powerful activities like running

Question 5

peroneus longus nerve supply

Answer 5

superficial peroneal nerve L5, S1