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Deep Posterior Compartment of the Leg

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Description

Muscles

Cross-section of the lower leg depicting the 4 compartments and select key structures[1]

Vascular Supply

Nerves

Actions

  • Tibialis Posterior: Plantarflexion
  • FHL: Flexes great toe
  • FDL: Flexes toes
  • Popliteus: Unlocks knee, weak flexor

Clinical Significance

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References

  1. ↑ Pechar, Joanne, and M. Melanie Lyons. "Acute compartment syndrome of the lower leg: a review." The Journal for Nurse Practitioners 12.4 (2016): 265-270.
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John Kiel on 23 June 2019 00:35:07
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20 February 2025 16:21:27
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