Groove for tendon of fibularis longus muscle of cuboid bone
Sulcus tendinis musculi fibularis longi ossis cuboidei
- Latin synonym: Sulcus tendinis musculi peronei longi ossis cuboidei
- Synonym: Groove for tendon of peroneus longus muscle
- Related terms: Groove for tendon of fibularis longus; Groove for tendon of peroneus longus
Definition
The groove for tendon of fibularis longus muscle of cuboid bone can be located on the sole side of the cuboid bone, nearer to its front edge. It is positioned obliquely and gains prominence from a bony ridge located behind it. This groove serves as a pathway for the peroneus longus tendon as it traverses the foot, moving from the outside to the inside. It aids in preserving the transverse arch of the foot.
References
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2023 IMAIOS.
Drake, R.L., Vogl, A.W. and Mitchell, A.W.M. (2009). ‘Chapter 6: Lower Limb’ in Gray’s anatomy for Students. (2nd ed.) Philadelphia PA 19103-2899: Elsevier, pp. 604 & Fig. 6.95.
