Extensor hallucis muscle test

The brachial extensor muscle strength test is a method to check whether the muscle is paralyzed and the degree of paralysis. The main function of the extensor hallucis is to straighten the 1st knuckle of the thumb and abduct the thumb. When the muscle is paralyzed, the thumb cannot be straightened and abducted.

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