Fibularis (Peroneus) Brevis

Region: Leg & Foot Muscles · All leg & foot muscles

Fibularis (Peroneus) Brevis at a glance

OriginLower two-thirds of the lateral surface of the fibula
InsertionTuberosity at the base of the fifth metatarsal
ActionsTurns the sole outward (eversion); Helps point the foot downward
Nerve supplySuperficial fibular nerve (L5–S2)

◆ Good to know

Its insertion is the bone fragment pulled off in the common 'pseudo-Jones' avulsion fracture when the ankle rolls inward.

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.