tibialis posticus (Meaning)
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tibialis posticus (n)
a deep muscle of the leg
Synonyms & Antonyms of tibialis posticus
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tibialis posticus Sentence Examples
- The tibialis posticus muscle originates from the posterior tibia and fibula.
- It acts to invert the foot and assist in plantar flexion.
- Weakness of the tibialis posticus can lead to flat feet.
- The tendon of the tibialis posticus runs behind the medial malleolus.
- Tibialis posticus dysfunction can contribute to ankle instability.
- Surgery may be necessary to repair a torn tibialis posticus tendon.
- Physical therapy can help strengthen the tibialis posticus muscle.
- The tibialis posticus is supplied by the tibial nerve.
- The muscle is active during standing, walking, and running.
- The tibialis posticus helps maintain the arch of the foot.
FAQs About the word tibialis posticus
a deep muscle of the leg
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The tibialis posticus muscle originates from the posterior tibia and fibula.
It acts to invert the foot and assist in plantar flexion.
Weakness of the tibialis posticus can lead to flat feet.
The tendon of the tibialis posticus runs behind the medial malleolus.
