Vertebral levels are the cmd+f for MSK practitioners
The vertebral column is one of the most consistent structures between adults. Don’t get me wrong – it differs A […]
The fibularis family: longus, brevis and tertius
Position and Function These are the three most laterally positioned muscles in the ankle, and they have a very important […]
Intrinsic foot muscles: anatomy, testing and exercises
The intrinsic muscles of the foot are short muscles that move the toes and support the medial, lateral and transverse […]
Functional anatomy of Flexor Hallucis Longus and Flexor Digitorum longus: an intro
The functional and supportive role of these two muscles in the foot and ankle is very commonly overlooked. This article […]
Tibialis Posterior
Put simply, tibialis posterior acts to plantarflex and invert the foot at the ankle and subtalar joints, but functionally it […]
Tibialis Anterior
Tibialis Anterior. The strongest dorsiflexor (but also inverts). Function: Active in ankle dorsiflexion and inversion/subtalar supination. It is important in […]
Plantaris: The Freshman’s Nerve
Plantaris, also known as “The Freshman’s Nerve” because it’s tendon looks very much like a nerve and has led to […]
Vastus Medialis and Vastus Lateralis
Two of the great extensors! VM and VL work together, with vastus intermedius and rectus femoris, to generate concentric knee […]