Flexor digitorum longus

Origin	Posterior surface of the body of the tibia
Insertion	Base of the distal phalanges of the four lesser toes
Action(s)	Primary action is Flex digits
Nerve Supply	Tibial nerve
Arterial Supply	Posterior tibial artery
Physical Exam	Enter physical examination maneuvers for muscle
Clinical Importance	Enter clinical importance of muscle
Disease States	Enter links to pages where muscle involved
Discussion	Flexor accessorius longus digitorum, not infrequent, origin from fibula, or tibia, or the deep fascia and ending in a tendon which, after passing beneath the laciniate ligament, joins the tendon of the long flexor or the Quadratus plantæ.

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Last Updated on June 27, 2024

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