Fibularis brevis muscle
Musculus fibularis [peron(a)eus] brevis
Definition
Origin: Lateral surface of the distal two thirds of the fibula and tibia, almost as far as the lateral malleolus.
Insertion: Proximal end of metatarsal 5.
Action: Flexion of the tarsal joint.
Nerve: Peroneus profundus.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
