Flexor Hallucis Brevis
Region: Leg & Foot Muscles · All leg & foot muscles
Flexor Hallucis Brevis at a glance
| Origin | Cuboid and lateral cuneiform (underside of the foot) |
|---|---|
| Insertion | Both sides of the base of the proximal phalanx of the great toe |
| Actions | Bends the great toe at its base joint (MTP joint) |
| Nerve supply | Medial plantar nerve (S1–S2) |
◆ Good to know
Its two heads each carry a sesamoid bone under the first metatarsal head — the small bones that bear weight at the ball of the foot.
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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.