What Is the Function of Tibialis Anterior at Initial Contact

question 1

Multiple Choice

What is the function of tibialis anterior at initial contact when the heel strikes the ground first during walking?

• A)Eccentrically lowers foot to the ground
• B)Eccentrically holds ankle at 10° of dorsiflexion
• C)Concentrically lowers foot to the ground
• D)Concentrically dorsiflexes the ankle

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