Ankle Flexors

Question 1

Tibialis Anterior

Answer 1

Origin: Lat. surface of tibia
Insertion: Plantar surface of med. tarsal and first metatarsal
Action: Dorsiflex. of ankle and inversion of foot at sub-talar joint

Question 2

Tibialis Posterior

Answer 2

Origin: Post. upper surfaces of tibia and fibula
Insertion: Plantar surface of tarsals and 2nd-4th metatarsals
Action: Plantarflex. of ankle and inversion of foot at sub-talar joint