MCQ – 88295

Nerve supplying the area shown in the arrow is:

Correct Answer � C Explanation

Answer C) Deep peroneal nerve

Explanation:

The deep fibular nerve

• The deep fibular nerve (deep peroneal nerve) is a nerve of the leg.

•  It is one of the terminal branches of the common fibular nerve.

Nerve roots: L4-S1

Motor function: Innervates the muscles in the anterior compartment of the leg, as well as some of the intrinsic muscles of the foot.

Sensory function: Supplies the triangular region of skin between the 1st and 2nd toes.