Superficial fibular nerve Flashcards
1
Q
What are the nerve roots of the superficial fibular nerve?
A
L4, L5, S1
2
Q
Where does the superficial fibular nerve arise?
A
Neck of fibula
3
Q
What does the superficial fibular nerve pass down?
A
Lateral leg
4
Q
How does the superficial fibular nerve pass down the lateral leg?
A
Between the fibularis muscles
5
Q
What does the superficial fibular nerve do in the lower leg?
A
Pierces deep fascia
becomes superficial to it
6
Q
What are the motor functions of the superficial fibular nerve?
A
Lateral leg muscles
7
Q
What are the sensory functions of the superficial fibular nerve?
A
Anterior and lateral leg
dorsum of foot - except webbed space between hallux and 2nd digit
