Medial plantar artery
Medial Plantar Artery
The Medial Plantar Artery (pronunciation: ME-dee-al PLAN-tar AR-ter-ee) is a significant blood vessel in the foot. It is a branch of the Posterior Tibial Artery and supplies blood to the medial aspect of the foot.
Etymology
The term "Medial Plantar Artery" is derived from the Latin words 'medius' meaning middle, 'planta' meaning sole, and 'arteria' meaning windpipe or artery.
Anatomy
The Medial Plantar Artery originates from the Posterior Tibial Artery in the lower leg. It travels down the medial side of the foot, providing blood supply to the skin, muscles, and other tissues in this region. It is accompanied along its course by the Medial Plantar Nerve, a branch of the Tibial Nerve.
Related Terms
- Posterior Tibial Artery: The artery from which the Medial Plantar Artery originates.
- Medial Plantar Nerve: The nerve that accompanies the Medial Plantar Artery along its course.
- Tibial Nerve: The nerve that gives rise to the Medial Plantar Nerve.
- Plantar Arteries: The arteries that supply blood to the sole of the foot.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Medial plantar artery
- Wikipedia's article - Medial plantar artery
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