Flexor Digiti Minimi Brevis (Foot)

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Last updated November 6, 2025 •
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The flexor digiti minimi brevis is an intrinsic muscle of the foot. It is located within the third plantar muscle layer of the foot.

  • Attachments: Originates from the base of the fifth metatarsal and attaches to the base of the proximal phalanx of the fifth digit.
  • Actions: Flexion of the little toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint.
  • Innervation: Superficial branch of lateral plantar nerve.
  • Blood Supply: Branches of the anterior and posterior tibial arteries.

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    Diagram illustrating the third layer of plantar muscles in the foot, including Flexor Hallucis Brevis, Adductor Hallucis, and Flexor Digiti Minimi Brevis.

    Fig 4
    The third layer of plantar muscles.

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