Question

1)Name 3 major muscles that control movement around the ankle joint?

a) For each muscle, name the origin and insertion (just bone names, not landmarks)

b) For each muscle, what are the major motions produce by the muscle (flexion, adduction, etc). ​

Answer 1

Answer:

1) The peroneals (peroneus longus and peroneus brevis) on the outside edge of the ankle and foot bend the ankle down and out.

The calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) connect to the calcaneus by the Achilles tendon. ...

The posterior tibialis muscle supports the arch and helps turn the foot inward.