KROK 1 Stomatology 2013 – Question 174 · KROK (Dentistry)

A patient presents with dysfunction of shin muscles. He cannot raise his body by standing on tiptoe. Which muscle is affected?

  1. A. M. tibialis anterior
  2. B. M. flexor digitorum longus
  3. C. M. tibialis posterior
  4. D. M. extensor digitorum longus
  5. E. M. triceps surae
Hint

Identify the main plantar flexor that inserts on the calcaneal tuberosity and lifts the body weight onto the toes.

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