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The tendon of the flexor digitorum longus muscle (musculus flexor digitorum longus) crosses the tendon of which muscle proximally to the medial malleolus (malleolus medialis

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The tendon of the flexor digitorum longus muscle (musculus flexor digitorum longus) crosses the tendon of which muscle proximally to the medial malleolus (malleolus medialis

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The tendon of the flexor digitorum longus muscle crosses the tendon of the tibialis posterior muscle proximally to the medial malleolus. Here are the steps:

  1. Identify the flexor digitorum longus muscle: This muscle is located in the posterior compartment of the leg. It originates from the posterior surface of the tibia and extends down the leg.

  2. Identify the tibialis posterior muscle: This muscle is also located in the posterior compartment of the leg, lying deep to the flexor digitorum longus. It originates from the posterior surfaces of the tibia and fibula.

  3. Trace the path of the tendons: The tendon of the flexor digitorum longus muscle passes behind the medial malleolus (the bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle) and crosses over the tendon of the tibialis posterior muscle.

  4. Conclusion: The tendon of the flexor digitorum longus muscle crosses the tendon of the tibialis posterior muscle proximally to the medial malleolus.

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