
Flexor Hallucis Longus Muscle
Primary Actions of the Flexor Hallucis Longus
1. Flexion of the great toe at the interphalangeal joint
Agonists:
- None
Antagonists:
- Extensor Hallucis Longus
2. Flexion of the great toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint
Agonists:
- Flexor Hallucis Brevis
Antagonists:
- Extensor Hallucis Longus
- Extensor Hallucis Brevis
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Secondary Actions of the Flexor Hallucis Longus
1. Assists with plantarflexion of the foot at the ankle
Agonists:
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
Antagonists:
- Tibialis Anterior
Muscle Pain Information: The flexor hallucis longus contributes to pain in the bottom of the big toe.