Flexor Hallucis Longus

The flexor hallucis longus is a deep muscle in the posterior compartment of the leg that assists in movements of the ankle, foot, and digit 1 (big toe, hallux).

Flexor Hallucis Longus

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This muscle is responsible or assists with the following joint movement(s):


Exercises that involve this muscle:

Action: Ankle Inversion
Action: Foot Digit 1 Flexion
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