Which muscles attach to the dorsal surface of the calcaneus?
A)extensor digitorum longus and extensor digitorum brevis
B)extensor hallucis longus and extensor hallucis brevis
C)extensor digitorum brevis and extensor hallucis brevis
D)quadratus plantae and abductor digiti minimi brevis

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The extensor digitorum brevis and extensor hallucis brevis muscles attach to the dorsal surface of the calcaneus. These muscles are involved in the extension of the toes and originate from this area of the foot.

Which Muscles Attach to the Dorsal Surface of the Calcaneus