Extensor Hallucis Longus - Podcast Version TeachMeAnatomy 0:00 / 0:00 1x 0.25x 0.5x 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 1.75x 2x The extensor hallucis longus is a muscle in the anterior compartment of the leg. It is located deep to tibialis anterior and extensor digitorum longus – its tendon emerges from between the two muscles to insert onto the big toe. Attachments: Originates from the medial surface of the fibular shaft. The tendon crosses anterior to the ankle joint and attaches to the base of the distal phalanx of the great toe. Action: Extension of the great toe and dorsiflexion of the foot Innervation: Deep fibular nerve Blood supply: Anterior tibial artery By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2025) Fig 1The muscles of the anterior leg. Pro Feature - 3D Model You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our 3D Model Library Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and manipulate our 3D models to visualise anatomy in a dynamic, interactive way. Learn More Pro Feature - Dissection Atlas Prosection of the muscles of the anterior and lateral compartments of the leg. The deep fibular is deep to this layer, and not visible on this prosection. Prosection of the muscles of the anterior and lateral compartments of the leg. The deep fibular is deep to this layer, and not visible on this prosection. You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our Dissection Image Library Enhance your understanding with high-resolution dissection images showcasing real-life anatomy. Learn More Rate This Article