Flexor Hallucis Longus
Flexor Hallucis Longus bends the big toe when you curl up your foot. It is called 'Hallucis' as the word Hallux means great or big toe in latin. This muscle also supports the longitudinal arch of the foot.
Origin
- Lower 2/3 of the posterior surface of the fibula.
Insertion
- Plantar (sole of the foot) aspect of the base of the distal (furthest) phalange of the big toe.
Actions
- Flexion of the big toe.
- Inversion.
- Plantarflexion.
Innervation
- Tibial nerve.
Daily uses
- Pushing off the surface in walking.
Example strengthening exercises
- Calf raises (bent knee).
- Seated calf raise machine.
Example stretches
- Soleus stretch.
- Soleus stretch 2.
- Advance soleus stretch.
Related injuries
- Inflammation of the flexor tendons of the feet.
Related muscles
- Extensor hallucis longus.
- Flexor digitorum longus.
