Ankle Ligaments Overview
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Ankle Ligaments Overview

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Which ligament is not located in the medial view of the ankle?

  • Posterior tibiotalar ligament
  • Calcaneofibular ligament (correct)
  • Anterior tibiotalar ligament
  • Tibionavicular ligament
  • Which ligament is primarily associated with the plantar aspect of the foot?

  • Calcaneofibular ligament
  • Plantar ligaments (correct)
  • Anterior talofibular ligament
  • Deltoid ligament
  • Which ligament serves as the main connector between the talus and the calcaneus?

  • Calcaneonavicular spring ligament (correct)
  • Short plantar ligament
  • Tibionavicular ligament
  • Anterior talofibular ligament
  • Which of the following ligaments is located superiorly in the lateral view of the ankle?

    <p>Anterior talofibular ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament is considered deep to the long plantar ligament?

    <p>Short plantar ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament is located on the lateral view and connects the fibula to the calcaneus?

    <p>Calcaneofibular ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament provides support to the ankle joint from the medial side?

    <p>Anterior tibiotalar ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ligaments is primarily associated with the upper part of the deltoid ligament?

    <p>Tibionavicular ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which view is the calcaneonavicular 'spring' ligament primarily observed?

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

    Which of the following ligaments is not found in the lateral view of the ankle?

    <p>Deltoid ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ligaments of the Ankle

    • Anterior Talofibular Ligament: Located on the lateral side of the ankle. Positioned superiorly in relation to the calcaneofibular ligament.

    • Posterior Talofibular Ligament: Also found laterally, lying superior to the calcaneofibular ligament. It provides stability to the ankle joint.

    • Calcaneofibular Ligament: Located laterally, this ligament runs from the fibula to the calcaneus, providing support to the lateral aspect of the ankle. It is positioned inferiorly to the anterior talofibular ligament.

    • Deltoid Ligament: A strong triangular ligament located medially, consisting of multiple parts that provide stability to the ankle, particularly against eversion injuries.

    • Anterior Tibiotalar Ligament: Situated medially, this ligament is the anterior component of the deltoid ligament, positioned superiorly relative to other tibiotalar ligaments.

    • Posterior Tibiotalar Ligament: Found medially, it connects the tibia to the talus posteriorly, lying inferior to the anterior tibiotalar ligament within the deltoid complex.

    • Tibionavicular Ligament: A component of the deltoid ligament located medially, providing support to the navicular bone, and positioned inferiorly to the anterior tibiotalar ligament.

    Plantar Ligaments

    • Plantar Ligaments: A group of ligaments that support the arch of the foot, contributing to its stability and function.

    • Calcaneonavicular "Spring" Ligament: This ligament is found on the plantar surface, connecting the calcaneus to the navicular bone and plays a vital role in maintaining the arch of the foot.

    • Short Plantar Ligament: Located deep to the long plantar ligament, it assists in supporting the arch but is not as prominent, connecting the calcaneus to the cuboid bone.

    Ligaments of the Ankle

    • Anterior Talofibular Ligament: Located on the lateral side of the ankle. Positioned superiorly in relation to the calcaneofibular ligament.

    • Posterior Talofibular Ligament: Also found laterally, lying superior to the calcaneofibular ligament. It provides stability to the ankle joint.

    • Calcaneofibular Ligament: Located laterally, this ligament runs from the fibula to the calcaneus, providing support to the lateral aspect of the ankle. It is positioned inferiorly to the anterior talofibular ligament.

    • Deltoid Ligament: A strong triangular ligament located medially, consisting of multiple parts that provide stability to the ankle, particularly against eversion injuries.

    • Anterior Tibiotalar Ligament: Situated medially, this ligament is the anterior component of the deltoid ligament, positioned superiorly relative to other tibiotalar ligaments.

    • Posterior Tibiotalar Ligament: Found medially, it connects the tibia to the talus posteriorly, lying inferior to the anterior tibiotalar ligament within the deltoid complex.

    • Tibionavicular Ligament: A component of the deltoid ligament located medially, providing support to the navicular bone, and positioned inferiorly to the anterior tibiotalar ligament.

    Plantar Ligaments

    • Plantar Ligaments: A group of ligaments that support the arch of the foot, contributing to its stability and function.

    • Calcaneonavicular "Spring" Ligament: This ligament is found on the plantar surface, connecting the calcaneus to the navicular bone and plays a vital role in maintaining the arch of the foot.

    • Short Plantar Ligament: Located deep to the long plantar ligament, it assists in supporting the arch but is not as prominent, connecting the calcaneus to the cuboid bone.

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    This quiz covers the ligaments of the ankle, including the Anterior Talofibular, Posterior Talofibular, Calcaneofibular, Deltoid, Anterior Tibiotalar, and Posterior Tibiotalar ligaments. Understand their locations and functions to enhance your knowledge of ankle stability and injuries. Test your understanding of each ligament's role and significance.

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