Tibialis anterior

Definition

The tibialis anterior is a muscle located in the front part of the lower leg, primarily involved in dorsiflexion and inversion of the foot. It plays a crucial role in walking and running by lifting the foot off the ground.

Related terms

Dorsiflexion: The action of raising the foot upwards towards the shin, decreasing the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.

Inversion: A movement of tilting the sole of the foot towards the midline of the body, commonly performed by muscles including the tibialis anterior.

Lower Limbs: Refers to the parts of the body extending from the hips to the toes, which include bones, muscles like tibialis anterior, nerves, and blood vessels