CH 13: Muscles of the Lower Leg Flashcards by Gavin Johnson | Brainscape

Q

Need to know action: Fibularis Longus

A

Action: plantarflexion and foot eversion

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Need to know action: Fibularis Brevis

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Action: plantarflexion and foot eversion

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Q

Need to know action: Tibialis Anterior

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Action: dorsiflexion

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Q

Need to know origin, insertion, and action: Extensor Digitorum Longus

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Origin: lateral condyle of tibia and proximal fibula

Insertion: middle and distal phalanges II-IV

Action: toe extension

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Need to know origin, insertion, and action: Gastrocnemius

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Origin: medial femoral condyle and lateral femoral condyle

Insertion: calcaneal tendon

Action: plantar flexion

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Need to know origin, insertion, and action: Soleus

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Origin: proximal tibia and proximal fibula

Insertion: calcaneal tendon

Action: plantar flexion

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