Anatomy of the Foot: Cuneiforms, Metatarsals, Phalanges, Arches
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Which bone of the lower limb forms the 'ball of the foot'?

  • Fibula
  • Calcaneus
  • Tibia
  • Metatarsal (correct)
  • What is the total number of metatarsal bones in the human foot?

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5 (correct)
  • 6
  • Which foot bone is commonly referred to as the 'big toe'?

  • Phalanx
  • Calcaneus
  • Pollex
  • Hallux (correct)
  • Where do the longitudinal arches of the foot begin?

    <p>Calcaneus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone is part of the lower limb but is not a weight-bearing bone in the foot?

    <p>Fibula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of bones form the transverse arch of the foot?

    <p>Metatarsals and tarsals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone articulates with the talus in the ankle joint?

    <p>Tibia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stabilizes the ankle joint laterally?

    <p>Lateral malleolus of fibula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many tarsal bones are there in the ankle and foot?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone articulates with the head of fibula at the proximal tibiofibular joint?

    <p>Tibia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many metatarsal bones are present in the foot?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone is known as the 'blade' in the pelvic girdle?

    <p>Ilium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the fibula in the lower limb?

    <p>To assist in muscle attachment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tarsal bone is most commonly involved in ankle sprains?

    <p>Talus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of metatarsal bones in the foot?

    <p>To support the arch of the foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bone is responsible for forming the lateral malleolus of the ankle?

    <p>Fibula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the ankle joint, what is the primary function of the tibia?

    <p>To provide stability during weight-bearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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