Synergists of the Ankle (Talocrural Joint) Flashcards
1
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Plantar Flexion (antagonists of dorsiflexion): PRIMARY Plantar Flexors
A
Gastrocnemius: Tibial
Soleus: Tibial
Tibialis Posterior: Tibial
2
Q
Plantar Flexion: ASSISTING Plantar Flexors
A
Peroneus Longus: Superficial Peroneal
Peroneus Brevis: Superficial Peroneal
3
Q
Plantar Flexion: WEAK Plantar Flexors
A
Flexor Digitorum Longus: Tibial
Flexor Hallicus Longus: Tibial
Plantaris: Tibial
4
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Dorsiflexion (antagonists of plantar flexion)
A
Tibialis Anterior: Deep Peroneal
Extensor Digitorum Longus: Peroneal
Extensor Hallicus Longus: Deep Peroneal