Extensor digitorum [digitalis] longus muscle
Musculus extensor digitorum [digitalis] longus
- Related terms: Extensor digitalis longus muscle; Extensor digitorum longus muscle
Definition
Origin: It arises in the extensor fossa on the lateral epicondyle of the femur and passes through the sulcus extensorius of the tibia.
Insertion: Distal phalanx of digits two through five.
Action: Extension of the digits; flexion of the tarsus.
Nerve: Peroneus.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS