Foot
Abductor digiti minimi of right foot
ab-DUK-tor DIJ-ih-tie MIN-ih-mee RIGHT FOOT
This muscle runs along the outer arch of the right foot, abducting the little toe to support lateral stability and toe-off in walking. Essential for preventing supination injuries in trail running. It matters for overall foot mechanics in dynamic sports.
Open in 3D ViewerCommon Pain & Injury
Lateral foot pain from high-impact activities or ill-fitting shoes, sharp with toe pushes. Stress fractures common. Seek doc for chronic ache or deformity.
Anatomy & Function
Origin
Medial and lateral tubercles of calcaneus and plantar aponeurosis (heel bone bumps and foot sole sheet).
Insertion
Medial side of proximal phalanx of 5th digit (base of little toe bone).
Actions
- Abduction of 5th toe (spreading little toe outward)
Innervation
Lateral plantar nerve (S1-S2).
Muscle Relationships
Antagonists
Synergists
Trigger Points
Rarely documented distinctly; local tenderness at outer arch, no major referral.
Stretches
Common Conditions
Anatomical Parts
FAQ
Right outer foot pain running?
Abductor digiti minimi overload; better shoes and arch support key.
Function of right foot abductor minimi?
Abducts little toe for balance and push-off power.
Stretch right pinky toe muscle?
Toe spacers or manual pulls work well.
Right foot little toe weak?
Strengthen with marble pickups or toe spreads.
Exercises for Abductor digiti minimi of right foot
20

Ankle Circles


Anterior Tibialis-SMR


Balance Board


Barbell Seated Calf Raise


Calf Press


Calf Press On The Leg Press Machine


Calf Raise On A Dumbbell


Calf Raises - With Bands


Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall


Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall


Calves-SMR


Donkey Calf Raises


Dumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise


Foot-SMR


Knee Circles


Peroneals-SMR


Peroneals Stretch


Posterior Tibialis Stretch


Rocking Standing Calf Raise


Seated Calf Raise
Also Works Abductor digiti minimi of right foot
10

90/90 Hamstring


Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound


Alternating Hang Clean


Atlas Stones


Backward Drag


Ball Leg Curl


Barbell Deadlift


Barbell Full Squat


Barbell Glute Bridge


Barbell Hack Squat
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Foot Pain Guide
Common causes and relief
Activities & Sports
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