A case report on the bilateral absence of fourth tendinous slip of the flexor digitorum brevis muscle in the foot: Exploring evolutionary and surgical relevance

• Published in: Indian journal of clinical anatomy and physiology Vol. 10; no. 4; pp. 261 - 264
• Main Authors: Rout, Sipra, Parida, Archishnu Vedanta, Singh, Devendra Pal
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 28.01.2024

The flexor digitorum brevis (FDB) muscle extends across the central region of the sole, positioned deep beneath the plantar aponeurosis. It inserts into the lateral four toes through four slender musculotendinous slips. Functionally, this muscle reinforces the foot arch by facilitating flexion at th...