Chapter 11.9, Problem 36LO

Summary Introduction

To distinguish: The muscles of the superficial layer and deep layer of the leg’s posterior compartment.

Concept introduction: Crural muscles are the muscles of the leg that help in the movement of the ankle, foot, and toes. The deep fascia partitions separate the leg musculature into three separate compartments, namely anterior compartment, posterior compartment, and the lateral compartment. These three compartments have own blood supply and innervation. The muscles of similar compartment simultaneously share common features.