Peroneus Brevis
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Description[edit | edit source]
The Peroneus Brevis (also known as Fibularis Brevis) is a short muscle that lies at the lateral part of the lower leg deep to the Peroneus Longus.[1] It is one of the three peroneus muscles.[2]
Origin[edit | edit source]
Distal two-thirds of lateral fibula,[1] its tendon pass downwards and loops posterior to the lateral malleolus.[2]
Insertion[edit | edit source]
Base of the fifth metatarsal.[2]
Nerve[edit | edit source]
Superficial peroneal nerve.[1]
Artery[edit | edit source]
Muscular branches of the peroneal artery.[1]
Function[edit | edit source]
Foot eversion and assists in plantar flexion.[2]
Clinical relevance[edit | edit source]
Avulsion fracture of the ankle
Assessment[edit | edit source]
Peroneus longus and brevis tests