Origin
Fibula
Insertion
5th metatarsal bone.
Blood supply
Fibular artery.
Nerve supply
Superficial fibular nerve.
Action
It helps to move the foot downwards and move the foot outwards at the ankle.
Disease/Injury
Peroneal tendinopathy may be cause due to overuse or injury to the fibularis brevis.
Muscle Exercise
Exercising the ankle joint helps to strengthen this muscle. You must move the ankle inwards and outwards.
Interesting facts
The muscle is necessary for walking on uneven surfaces.
