Muscle Anatomy of the Abductor Hallucis
Origin: Flexor retinaculum, the medial process of the calcaneal tuberosity, the plantar aponeurosis, and the intermuscular septum between it and flexor digitorum brevis.
Insertion: Medial side of the base of the proximal phalanx of the great toe, with some of its fibers attaching more proximally to the medial sesamoid bone.
Actions: Abduction of the great toe, flexion of the great toe
Innervation: Medial plantar nerve (S1, S2)
Blood Supply: Lateral plantar artery from the posterior tibial artery.
Muscle Anatomy: Abductor Hallucis Actions
Primary Actions of the Abductor Hallucis
1. Abduction of the great toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint
Agonists:
- None
Antagonists:
- Adductor Hallucis
Secondary Actions of the Abductor Hallucis:
1. Assists with flexion of the great toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint
Agonists:
- Flexor Hallucis Brevis
- Flexor Hallucis Longus
- Adductor Hallucis
Antagonists:
- Extensor Hallucis Longus
- Extensor Hallucis Brevis
Information about cause and effect of abductor hallucis pain:
Abductor Hallucis Muscle: Foot and Ankle Pain
Anatomy Coloring Book
The Anatomy Coloring Book is one of the best study and reference books for beginning anatomy students. The diagrams are clearly labeled and allow you to see the relationship and placement of the various structures of the body. You will also be surprised how the act of coloring will help with recall. But this is not just a beginners book, it is also great for practitioners and therapists to have on hand to use with clients and patients to use as a visual reference.
Human Muscle Anatomy
The Trail Guide To The Body is another excellent book to help you learn the musculature of the human body. Though the book is geared toward massage therapists and physical therapist assistants, the book with its illustrations and text helps anyone gain a thorough understanding of the human musculoskeletal system and movement. I highly recommend this book for anyone studying anatomy and believe that MTs, PTAs, and teachers of body movements should have this book in their possession. I also highly recommend this book for the lay person who wants to gain understanding of the muscle, skeletal system and how our bodies move. This book will not disappoint!
Anatomy Books Specializing in the Feet
McMinn’s Color Atlas of Foot and Ankle Anatomy is a very good foot anatomy for students who need more than the very basics. The book filled with images including x-rays, images of the anatomy with cadavers, and live human models. I recommend this book not only to students but to medical professionals for the clear anatomical photos that are useful with patients. I also highly recommend this book for to massage therapists, personal and athletic trainers as it helps you develop the mind’s eye view of the soft tissues and bones that you will be treating.
Muscle Anatomy Flashcards
Musculoskeletal Anatomy Flashcards Are you a student or professional therapist who needs to brush up on the musculoskeletal system? Dr. Joseph E. Muscolino DC has developed a comprehensive set of flashcards that will help develop a mind’s picture of exactly where the muscles lie under the skin. A highly recommended study aid for students. Great for non students who want an easy comprehensive anatomy guide.
