Abductor Hallucis

Description

Illustration of abductor hallucis

Origin

• Medial process of the calcaneal tuberosity and Plantar Fascia (plantar aponeurosis)

Insertion

• Medial base of the first proximal phalanx of the foot

Actions

• Abduction and flexion of the great toe

Vascular Supply

• Medial Plantar Artery

Innervation

• Medial plantar nerve (terminal division of the tibial nerve; S1, S2)

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Clinical Significance

• Needs to be updated

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See Also

• Foot And Ankle Anatomy
• Foot Pain (Main)
• Physical Exam Foot

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