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Extensor Hallucis Longus

Origin Anterior surface of the fibula and the adjacent interosseous membrane
Insertion Base and dorsal center of distal phalanx of great toe
Action Extends great toe and dorsiflexes ankle
Innervation Deep peroneal nerve (L4, L5, S1) (L4, L5, S1)
Arterial Supply Anterior tibial artery

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