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Adductor Hallucis

Region

Origin & Insertion

['Origin: Oblique head – base of 2–4 metatarsals; Transverse head – plantar ligaments of MTP joints', 'Insertion: Lateral base of proximal phalanx of great toe']

Synergistic Muscles

['Flexor hallucis brevis']

Joints

['1st MTP joint']

Primary Actions

['Adducts great toe', 'Supports transverse arch']

Nerve & Spinal Segment

Lateral plantar nerve

Sacral plexus; S2–S3

Interesting

Composed of two heads. [Moore’s]

Reversal of Action

Stabilize forefoot as arch lifts

Common Dysfunctions

Toe deviation, reduced forefoot stabilization

How to Stretch

Abduct great toe away from second toe.

Trigger Points

How to Strengthen

Toe adduction and control drills.

Concentric Action

Adduct big toe toward second toe

Applications:

Supports forefoot mechanics and balances toe deviation

Eccentric Action

Control toe drift outward

Isotonic Action

Toe squeeze drills with ball or band

Related Conditions

['Hallux valgus', 'Flat foot']

Isometric Action

Hold big toe aligned in adducted position

Exercise Ideas

['Toe splaying', 'Big toe presses', 'Arch doming']

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