Tibial nerve Flashcards
1
Q
Location
A
Sacral plexus, L4-S3.
Formed anterior to the piriformis.
2
Q
Structure
A
Peripheral nerve, afferent and efferent neurons or motor and sensory neurons
3
Q
Function
A
To supply superficial and deep posterior leg muscles
AND
Medial and inferior aspect of calcaneus skin
4
Q
Skin supplied
A
Medial and inferior aspect of calcaneus
5
Q
Muscles supplied
A
Gastrocnemius Plantaris Soleus Popliteus Tibialis posterior Flexor digitorum longus Flexor hallicus longus
6
Q
Where to locate
A
Posterior to medial malleolus
