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Fibularis Tertius

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Last updated: January 7, 2023
Revisions: 4

Original Author(s): [email protected]
Last updated: January 7, 2023
Revisions: 4

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The fibularis tertius is a muscle in the anterior compartment of the leg. It is an extension of the distal part of the extensor digitorum longus muscle and is not always present.

  • Attachments: Originates with the extensor digitorum longus from the medial surface of the fibula. Its tendon descends onto the dorsal surface of the foot and attaches to the fifth metatarsal.
  • Actions: Eversion and dorsiflexion of the foot.
  • Innervation: Deep fibular nerve.
  • Blood supply: Anterior tibial artery

Fig 1 – The muscles of the anterior leg.