ARCHES OF FOOT/PLANTAR FASCIA Flashcards
1
Q
Which bones are included in the Medial Longitudinal Arch?
A
Calcaneus Talus Navicular 3 Cuneiforms 1-3 MTs
2
Q
Which bones are included in the Lateral Longitudinal Arch?
A
Calcaneus
Cuboid
4-5 MTs
3
Q
Which bones are involved in the Anterior Portion of the Transverse Arch?
A
1-5 MTheads
4
Q
Which bones are involved in the Middle Portion of the Transverse Arch?
A
1st Cuneiform - Cuboid
5
Q
Which bones are involved in the Posterior Portion of the Transverse Arch?
A
Navicular - Cuboid
6
Q
What is Plantar Aponeurosis?
A
A thick fascia on sole of foot
7
Q
What are the attachment points for the Plantar Aponeurosis?
A
O: Medial Calcaneal Tubercle
I: Proximal phalanx of each toe
8
Q
Windlass Mechanism: As toes ______. plantar fascia tightens, pulling the calcaneus _________, putting the foot into a position of ________.
A
Extend/Anteriorly/Supination
