Week 5 - Anterior - Lateral Leg Flashcards
0
Q
What is the function of the tibialis anterior muscle?
A
Dorsiflexion and inversion of the foot
1
Q
What is plantar flexion?
A
extension of the ankle - controlled by extensor muscles, pointing of the foot and toes - pointing foot downwards, away from the leg
2
Q
What is the function of the extensor digitorum longus muscle?
A
Extension of toes & dorsiflexion of the ankle/foot
3
Q
What supplies the anterior compartment of the leg?
A
Deep fibular nerve
4
Q
What supplies the lateral compartment of the leg?
A
Superficial fibular nerve
5
Q
What is the subtalar joint responsible for?
A
Eversion & Inversion
6
Q
What is true about the posterior cruciate ligament?
A
It prevents the femur from sliding anteriorly on the tibia
