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Peroneus longus

The peroneus longus muscles are located in each of the lower-legs of the human body.

To test your knowledge: look at the image opposite and decide which muscle(s) you think are the peroneus longus muscles, then click on the image to check if you were correct - and for the labels of all the other muscles illustrated.

Further information about the peroneus longus is summarised below:

Point(s) of Origin:

Head and lateral aspect of the fibula.

Point(s) of Insertion:

Base of 1st meta-tarsal and medial (2nd) cuniform.

Action(s):

Pronates the foot and facilitates plantaflexion.

This may be particularly interesting study/revision material for students following courses in Massage, Reflexology and similar courses because these generally require a good basic knowledge of the muscular structures of the arms, legs, hands and feet.

Diagram of human anterior muscles

Diagram of posterior muscles.


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