Which is an eccentric function of the abductor hallucis of the big toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint?
A)restrains/slows abduction
B)restrains/slows adduction
C)restrains/slows extension
D)restrains/slows flexion

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The abductor hallucis is responsible for abduction of the big toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint. An eccentric function means that the muscle is resisting or slowing down a movement in the opposite direction, so in this case, the abductor hallucis would restrain or slow down adduction of the big toe. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Which Is an Eccentric Function of the Abductor Hallucis of the Big