Where is fibularis longus located?
leg
The fibularis longus, also referred to as the peroneus longus, is a muscle inside the outer area of the human leg, which everts (bends in an outward direction) and flexes the ankle.
What part of the body does the fibularis longus move?
Fibular/peroneal muscles of the leg
| Definition and function | Muscles of the lateral compartment of the leg that produce movements of the foot. |
|---|---|
| Blood supply | Anterior tibial artery, fibular artery |
| Function | Plantar flexion, and eversion of the foot. (Fibularis longus: supports longitudinal and transverse arches of the foot) |
What causes fibularis longus pain?
Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the long tendon of the peroneus muscle becomes inflamed and irritated. This may occur due to overuse, or the peroneal tendon may be pinched beneath the bone that is courses under. Pain on the outer portion of your foot and ankle may result making it difficult to walk or run normally.
What does the fibularis longus attach to?
Fibularis longus attaches on the medial aspect of the foot at the base of the first metatarsal and medial cuneiform bone, lateral to the attachment of tibialis anterior on the same bones.
Why does my tibialis anterior hurt?
Exertional compartment syndrome occurs when the sheath that contains your tibialis anterior muscle is too small. During exercise, as bloodflow to the muscle increases, the muscle swells up and presses against the sheath. Pressure builds up inside the sheath, causing pain.
How do I strengthen my Fibularis longus?
Step 1: Sit with legs straight in front of you. Loop a towel or resistance band over one foot, pulling it taut against the arch. Step 2: Slowly push your foot against the towel or band, moving it toward the little toe. Step 3: Bring your foot back to a neutral position.
What do you do if your tibialis anterior hurts?
Treatment:
- Rest/Ice Massage.
- Avoid barefoot walking.
- Take a short course of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Immobilization.
- Ankle Brace.
- Custom Orthoses/Bracing: Prevent excessive eversion, help support the tendon.
- and correct underlying foot abnormalities.