Extensor hallucis longus muscle (3D)

What is the primary nerve responsible for the function of the extensor hallucis longus?

• Deep fibular nerve

• Femoral nerve

• Sciatic nerve

• Tibial nerve

Where does the extensor hallucis longus muscle originate?

• Posterior surface of the fibula

• Lateral surface of the tibia

• Middle portion of the anterior surface of the fibula

• Medial surface of the tibia

Which joint is NOT directly affected by the extensor hallucis longus?

• Ankle joint

• Metatarsophalangeal joint

• Interphalangeal joint

• Knee joint

What is the primary movement facilitated by the extensor hallucis longus?

• Extension of the great toe

• Inversion of the foot

• Eversion of the foot

• Flexion of the great toe

How does the extensor hallucis longus contribute to walking?

• By extending the great toe and stabilizing the medial arch

• By flexing the great toe

• By stabilizing the lateral arch of the foot

• By rotating the ankle

In which activity is dorsiflexion of the ankle particularly important?

• Walking

• Swimming

• Jumping

• Cycling

Which muscle assists the extensor hallucis longus in dorsiflexion?

• Soleus

• Tibialis anterior

• Gastrocnemius

• Peroneus longus