Mnemonic

Dorsalis Pedis Pulse

A memory aid for where to feel the dorsalis pedis pulse.

Expansion

On the dorsum of the foot, lateral to the extensor hallucis longus tendon

Expansion

  • Feel on the dorsum of the foot, between the bases of the first and second metatarsals
  • It lies lateral to the tendon of extensor hallucis longus
  • Ask the patient to extend the big toe to make the tendon stand out as your landmark

It is the continuation of the anterior tibial artery beyond the ankle.