Muscles of the posterior leg

Muscles of the posterior leg

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This video tutorial covers the anatomy of the posterior leg muscles, focusing on their structure, origin, insertion, innervation, and functions. It begins with an overview of the muscle groups, including the triceps surae and plantaris, and then delves into the deep posterior muscles like the popliteus, tibialis posterior, flexor digitorum longus, and flexor hallucis longus. The tutorial concludes with a summary and resources for further learning.

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What are the functions of the tibialis posterior muscle?

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Describe the role of the flexor digitorum longus in foot movement.

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How does the flexor hallucis longus contribute to toe movement?

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What is the significance of the tendon sheath of the flexor hallucis longus?

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