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Is the posterior tibial or peroneal artery a superficial artery? is there a superficial artery along the lateral aspect of the achilles?

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Arteries to the foot: The posterior tibial is rather situated medial and deep in the hindfoot, essentially supplying the plantar (bottom) of your foot. The dorsalis pedis supplies the top (dorsal) foot. The fibular (peroneal) artery provides blood to the leg's lateral compartment.

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Answered 3/9/2015

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