Origin
1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th metatarsal bones.
Insertion
First phalanx of the great toe.
Blood supply
Lateral plantar artery.
Nerve supply
Lateral plantar nerve.
Action
It helps to bend (flex) the great toe and move the toe to the outer side (abduct).
Disease/Injury
Plantar fasciitis may occur due to overuse of muscle.
Muscle Exercise
Strengthen your toe muscles by sitting upright in a firm chair and place some marbles on the floor and lift the marbles with toe. Rotate ankle and move the ankle to the side. Then release the marble and lift four marbles likewise and then relax for some time and repeat the same.
Interesting facts
High heels, short shoes or walking, running on uneven ground can cause pain in this muscle.
