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Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups


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Muscle Function & Other Pertinent Medical Information
- FLEXOR DIGITORUM LONGUS -
ORIGIN: Posterior shaft of tibia below soleal line and by broad aponeurosis from fibula
INSERTION: Base of distal phalanges of lateral four toes
ACTION: Flexes distal phalanges of lateral four toes and foot at ankle. Supports lateral longitudinal arch
NERVE: Tibial nerve (S1, 2)








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