Anatomy - skeletal system - foot Flashcards
1
Q
Why is the foot important?
A
It is our body’s foundation.
When we are standing 100% of our body weight passes through them
They must be sturdy and balanced for the rest of the body to be
Feet have a strong connection to the nervous system
2
Q
How many primary arches are in the foot
A
3
3
Q
How are these arches created
A
by the position of the bones, held in place by the ligaments
4
Q
Where are these three arches on the foot
A
- medial - arch extends from heel to ball of foot (base of big toe to heel)
- lateral - arch extends from heel to ball of foot
(base of little toe to heel) - tranverse - arch extends across the foot from little toe to big toe
5
Q
why are these arches important?
A
they are three points of connection with the ground, where the weight will be distributed
equally distributing weight through the three arches promote balance and stability for the feet as well as the chain of joints above it
