12 Questions
Which ligament connects the calcaneus and navicular bone?
Spring ligament
Which ligament limits eversion across ankle and foot joints?
Deltoid ligament
Which ligament is the most frequently injured lateral ligament?
ATFL
What causes ATFL injury?
Excessive adduction with plantar flexion
Which ligament resists inversion across talocrural and subtalar joints?
CFL
Which ligament stabilizes talus within mortise?
PTFL
Which ligament limits excessive abduction of talus when ankle is dorsiflexed?
PTFL
Which of the following ligaments is not mentioned in the text?
PCL
Which ligament is located on the medial side of the ankle?
Deltoid ligament
Which ligament is responsible for resisting excessive inversion?
CFL
Which ligament limits excessive eversion of the foot?
Deltoid ligament
Which ligament is located on the lateral side of the ankle?
ATFL
Study Notes
- Deltoid ligament limits eversion across ankle and foot joints.
- Spring ligament connects calcaneus and navicular bone.
- ATFL is most frequently injured lateral ligament.
- ATFL injury caused by excessive inversion or adduction with plantar flexion.
- CFL ligament resists inversion across talocrural and subtalar joints.
- PTFL stabilizes talus within mortise.
- PTFL limits excessive abduction of talus when ankle is dorsiflexed.
Test your knowledge of ankle ligaments with this informative quiz! From the deltoid ligament to the spring ligament, you'll learn about the function and importance of each ligament in ankle and foot joint stability. This quiz will also cover common injuries, such as the frequently injured ATFL, and their causes. Sharpen your understanding and impress your friends with your newfound ankle ligament expertise!
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