Origin
Calcaneus, long plantar ligament.
Insertion
Into the tendons of the flexor digitorum longus.
Blood supply
Medial plantar artery, lateral plantar artery.
Nerve supply
Lateral plantar nerve.
Action
It helps to bend (flex) the 2nd and 5th toes.
Disease/Injury
Heel pain is most commonly associated with this muscle.
Muscle Exercise
Using foot roller or porcupine massage ball for exercise helps to relieve pain in this muscle.
Interesting facts
The muscle may get injured due to high heels, short shoes; wearing socks, stockings with tight bands, etc.
