Anterior compartment of leg
Compartimentum anterius cruris
- Latin synonym: Compartimentum extensorium cruris
- Synonym: Extensor compartment of leg
Definition
The muscles of the anterior compartment of leg include:
Nerve Supply
Deep fibular nerve (a.k.a. deep peroneal nerve)
Blood Supply
Anterior tibial artery (and venae comitantes)
Boundaries
The anterior compartment of leg is bounded by:
Anteriorly: Deep fascia of leg
Posteriorly: Tibia, interosseous membrane, fibula
Medially and laterally: Tibia and anterior intermuscular septum
References
Lezak B, Summers S. Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb: Leg Anterior Compartment. [Updated 2023 Aug 7]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539725/
