Nasara International Taping AcademyClinical Taping Introduction
Tibialis Anterior
Nasara International Taping AcademyClinical Taping Introduction
Tibialis Anterior
Anatomy
Origin
the lateral condyle of the tibia
Insertion
the plantar surface of the first metacarpal bone and the first cuneiform bone
Action
dorsiflexion and supination of the foot
Clinical information
Symptoms
The localized pain in hallux appears. The weakening of dorsiflexion is induced(foot drop). Anterior compartment syndrome.
Related muscle
Peroneal Longus
Taping
Required Tape : 5cm, I Type
Patient position : Supine Position
How to Tape
Apply one end of the I strip to the lateral condyle of the tibia. With the patient’s knee slightly flexed and the ankle in a plantarflexed position, tape it across the dorsum of the foot towards the center of the medial arch of the foot.