Abductor Hallucis
Region: Leg & Foot Muscles · All leg & foot muscles
Abductor Hallucis at a glance
| Origin | Medial process of the calcaneal tuberosity and the flexor retinaculum |
|---|---|
| Insertion | Medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the great toe |
| Actions | Moves the great toe away from the midline of the foot; Bends the great toe |
| Nerve supply | Medial plantar nerve (S2–S3) |
◆ Good to know
It forms the medial border of the sole; the posterior tibial vessels and nerve enter the foot just deep to its origin.
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Please note: This page is an anatomy education summary for students and curious readers, not medical advice. Attachment points are given in their classic short form; individual anatomy varies, and detailed dissection-level descriptions belong in an anatomy atlas.