Ankle & Foot Flashcards
The ankle complex must be viewed as a functional unit containing 3 moving joints. These joints include: ____________ , _____________ and ______________
Distal Tibiofibular Jt, Talocrural Jt, Subtalar Jt
What is the Goal of the Talocrural Distraction?
to decrease pain and increase overall ROM; ** clinically is a good one to start with.
What is the Goal of Posterior Glide of the Talocrural Joint?
to increase dorsiflexion
What is the Goal of Anterior Glide of the Talocrural Joint?
to increase plantarflexion
What type of joint is the Talocrural Joint?
synovial modified hinge joint
What is the arthrokinematics of dorsiflexion and plantarflexion of the talocrural joint?
Dorsiflexion - posterior glide of talus
Plantarflexion - anterior glide of talus
What is the Closed Packed Position of the Talocrural Joint?
Full dorsiflexion
What is the capsular pattern for the Talocrural Joint?
plantarflexion > dorsiflexion
What is the Normal End Feel (Passive Overpressure) for the Talocrural Joint?
Capsular (firm)
**What is the resting position for the Talocrural Joint?
*****10 degrees of plantarflexion.
What type of joint is the Subtalar joint?
Complex synovial joint composed of 3 articular surfaces that help the foot to adapt to the terrian and uneven ground.
What are the arthrokinematics of eversion and inversion of the subtalar joint?
eversion - medial glide of the calcaneus
inversion - lateral glide of the calcaneus
What is the resting position of the subtalar joint?
midway between inversion and eversion
Closed packed position of the subtlar joint is _______________.
full inversion (or supination)
What is the capsular pattern for the subtalar joint?
inversion > eversion
