Tibialis (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two skeletal muscle in each leg arising from the tibia; provides for movement of the foot.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The tibialis anterior muscle is responsible for dorsiflexion of the foot and is located in the anterior compartment of the leg.
- The tibialis posterior muscle is a deep muscle in the posterior compartment of the leg that helps to support the medial arch of the foot.
- Injury to the tibialis anterior muscle can cause pain and weakness in the front of the leg and ankle.
- The tibialis posterior muscle plays a crucial role in stabilizing the ankle joint and supporting the body's weight during activities such as walking and running.
- Damage to the tibialis posterior tendon can lead to flatfoot deformity and other foot problems if left untreated.