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Fourth lumbrical of left foot

LUM-brih-kul

The fourth lumbrical of the left foot is a small intrinsic muscle flexing the 4th toe's base and extending its middle/distal joints. It fine-tunes toe position for balance on uneven surfaces during hikes or agility drills. Helps prevent claw toes.

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Common Pain & Injury

Pain in 4th toe or ball of foot from imbalance. Rare overuse. Doctor if toe deformity or persistent ache.

Anatomy & Function

Origin

Tendon of flexor digitorum longus (long flexor tendon to 4th toe)

Insertion

Dorsal extensor hood of 4th toe (top of 4th toe base)

Actions

  • Metatarsophalangeal flexion (toe base curl)
  • Interphalangeal extension (toe straightening)

Innervation

Lateral plantar nerve

Muscle Relationships

Antagonists

Flexor digitorum longus

Synergists

InterosseiLumbricals 3 and 5

Trigger Points

Rare; local toe pain if present.

Stretches

1Toe spread stretch
2Marble pickups reverse
3Foot intrinsics stretch

Common Conditions

HammertoeIntrinsic foot muscle strain

Anatomical Parts

Fourth lumbrical of left foot

FAQ

What are foot lumbricals

Small muscles balancing toes for gait stability.

Fourth lumbrical foot pain

Uncommon; indicates imbalance, treat with intrinsics work.

Exercises for Fourth lumbrical of left foot

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Also Works Fourth lumbrical of left foot

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Activities & Sports

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