Ankle Inversion Mechanics
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Which muscle is primarily responsible for ankle inversion from plantar flexion?

  • Medial head of gastrocnemius
  • Tibialis posterior (correct)
  • Flexor hallucis longus
  • Flexor digitorum longus

What is the range of motion for ankle inversion from plantar flexion?

  • 55 degrees
  • 35 degrees (correct)
  • 25 degrees
  • 45 degrees

What effect does weakness of the tibialis posterior muscle have on the foot?

  • Causes supination of the foot
  • Supports the medial longitudinal arch
  • Decreases the ability to invert the foot (correct)
  • Increases the ability to rise on toes

In a weight-bearing position, what condition results from contracture of the tibialis posterior?

<p>Supinated heel with forefoot varus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the tibialis posterior muscle?

<p>Upper half of posterior shaft of tibia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the longitudinal arch when there is weakness of the tibialis posterior?

<p>Decreases support (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following muscles acts as an accessory muscle during ankle inversion from plantar flexion?

<p>Flexor hallucis longus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In non-weight bearing, what position does contracture of the tibialis posterior lead to?

<p>Equinovarus position (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Ankle Inversion from Plantar Flexion

Movement of the ankle that combines inward rotation (inversion) with pointing the toes downwards (plantar flexion).

Tibialis Posterior Muscle

A muscle in the lower leg that helps invert the foot and support the arch.

Ankle Inversion ROM

The range of movement possible during ankle inversion, typically 35 degrees.

Tibialis Posterior Weakness

Reduced ability of the tibialis posterior muscle to invert the foot and plantar flex, leading to foot pronation.

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Foot Pronation

Outward rolling of the foot, resulting from weakness of the tibialis posterior.

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Tibialis Posterior Contracture

Tightening of the tibialis posterior muscle, causing abnormal positions of the foot.

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Equinovarus Position

Foot position where the foot is in a plantar flexed and inverted position (pointing downwards and inwards).

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Forefoot Varus

A problem where the forefoot of the foot turns inward (varus) during weight bearing.

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Study Notes

Ankle Inversion from Plantar Flexion

  • Muscles involved in ankle inversion from plantar flexion include the tibialis posterior, flexor digitorum longus, and flexor hallucis longus
  • The range of ankle inversion is 35 degrees
  • Weakness of tibialis posterior causes problems with foot inversion, plantar flexion around the ankle, pronation, and support of the longitudinal arch. It can also impact rising on toes.
  • Contracture of tibialis posterior causes equinovarus position in non-weight-bearing and supinated heel position with forefoot varus in weight-bearing.

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This quiz explores the mechanics of ankle inversion from a plantar flexion position. It covers the essential muscles involved, the impact of weakness in the tibialis posterior, and the consequences of contractures. Test your knowledge on these crucial aspects of ankle function!

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