Ankle/Talocrural joint

Question 1

What is the talocrural joint?

Answer 1

• Essentially a hinge joint.
• The joining between the tibia, fibula + talus.

Question 2

What movements occur at the talocrural joint?

Answer 2

• Plantarflexion (flexion)
• Dorsiflexion (extension)

Question 3

What is the subtalar joint?

Answer 3

Joining between the talus + calcaneus.

Question 4

What movements occur at the subtalar joint?

Answer 4

• Inversion.
• Eversion.