Asked by James Nelson on Jul 27, 2024
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Which nerve is involved when a dancer points his/her toes?
A) Tibial
B) Femoral
C) Obturator
D) Pudendal
E) Common fibular (peroneal)
Common Fibular (Peroneal)
Pertaining to the nerve or muscles along the fibular side of the leg, influencing movement and sensation in the lower limb.
Femoral
Pertaining to the thigh or femur bone, which is the longest and strongest bone in the human body.
Tibial
Pertaining to the tibia, the larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg.
- Identify the roles and functions of specific nerves in the body.
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Shauna Dozier
Jul 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The tibial nerve is involved in pointing the toes, as it innervates the muscles in the posterior compartment of the leg that are responsible for plantarflexion of the foot.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the roles and functions of specific nerves in the body.