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

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