tibialis anticus (Meaning)
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tibialis anticus (n)
a muscle running from the tibia to the first metatarsal and cuneiform bones
Synonyms & Antonyms of tibialis anticus
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
tibialis anticus Sentence Examples
- The tibialis anticus muscle originates from the lateral condyle and upper shaft of the tibia.
- Its primary function is dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle joint.
- The tibialis anticus tendon inserts onto the medial cuneiform and base of the first metatarsal.
- Weakness of the tibialis anticus can lead to pes planus, or flatfoot.
- Overuse of the tibialis anticus can result in anterior ankle pain and tendinitis.
- The tibialis anticus muscle is innervated by the deep peroneal nerve.
- Electromyography (EMG) can be used to assess the function of the tibialis anticus muscle.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can visualize the tibialis anticus muscle and its surrounding structures.
- The tibialis anticus is one of the muscles that contribute to the anterior compartment of the leg.
- Surgical intervention may be necessary in cases of severe tibialis anticus tears or ruptures.
FAQs About the word tibialis anticus
a muscle running from the tibia to the first metatarsal and cuneiform bones
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The tibialis anticus muscle originates from the lateral condyle and upper shaft of the tibia.
Its primary function is dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle joint.
The tibialis anticus tendon inserts onto the medial cuneiform and base of the first metatarsal.
Weakness of the tibialis anticus can lead to pes planus, or flatfoot.
