The Foot 22/09/21 Flashcards
1
Q
What Joints of the foot are there?
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2
Q
What do ‘Intrinsic’ Muscles refer to?
A
Muscles which insert and originate in the same place (e.g The Foot)
3
Q
What is the only Dorsal muscle in the foot?
A
Extensor Digitorum Brevis (EHB is included in this muscle)
4
Q
OINA: Extensor Digitorum Brevis
A
Origin: Upper Lateral surface of the Calcaneus
Insertion: Medial side of the proximal phalanges
Nervous Supply: Deep Peroneal/Fibular (S1, 2)
Action: Assists in extension of the toes
5
Q
How Many muscles and layers are there in the plantar foot?
A
6
Q
What Muscles are in the Superficial Layer of the Foot?
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