- May 2, 2026The five metatarsals form the forefoot between the tarsal bones and the toes, numbered 1 (great toe) to 5 (little…
- May 2, 2026The proximal phalanges of the toes articulate with the metatarsals at the metatarsophalangeal joints and undergo significant loading during push-off…
- May 2, 2026The third FDB slip inserts into the middle phalanx of the third toe, providing PIP joint flexion and MTP stability…
- May 2, 2026The fourth FDB slip is smaller than the second and third slips, reflecting the reduced load-bearing role of the fourth…
- May 2, 2026The fifth slip of flexor digitorum brevis to the little toe is inconstant, absent in approximately 20-25% of individuals. When…
- May 2, 2026The first lumbrical is the only foot lumbrical innervated by the medial plantar nerve. It arises from the medial aspect…
- May 2, 2026The second lumbrical is bipennate, arising from adjacent FDL tendon slips. It is innervated by the lateral plantar nerve, unlike…
- May 2, 2026The third lumbrical controls the fourth toe MTP joint and extensor mechanism. It is bipennate and laterally placed, working with…
- May 2, 2026The fourth lumbrical is the most laterally placed foot lumbrical, controlling the fifth toe MTP joint and extensor hood. It…
- May 2, 2026The third dorsal interosseous occupies the third intermetatarsal space and abducts the third toe laterally. Along with the fourth dorsal…