Muscles of the Lateral Leg

Question 1

Fibularis Longus

Answer 1

origin: fibula, upper 1/3

insertion base of the 1st metatarsal, medial cuneiform

innervation: superficial fibular N.
action: eversion of the foot, assist in plantarflexion, support of arches

Question 2

Fibularis Brevis

Answer 2

origin: fibula, lower 2/3
insertion: base of the 5th metatarsal
innervation: superficial fibular N.
action: eversion of the foot