Arches Of The Foot Flashcards

1
Q

Functions of the foot

A

1) functions as a rigid support for the body weight

2) functions as a mobile springboard or lever when walking or running

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2
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List the Bones of the foot and their number

A

Tarsus-7
Metatarsals-5
Phalanges-14

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3
Q

List the tarsal bones and describe them

A

Talus: only one articulating with the leg bones
Calcaneous: largest and strongest bone

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4
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Most lateral bone in the distal row

A

Cuboid

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5
Q

Flattened bone shaped bone located between the falafel head posteriorly and three cuneiforms anteriorly

A

Navicular

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6
Q

List the three cuneiforms

A

Medial, lateral , intermediate

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7
Q

Two arches held by tendons and ligaments support the weight of the body distributing :

A

40% to forefoot

60% to heel

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8
Q

Fully developed at what age?

A

13

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9
Q

Types of arches of the foot

A

Medial longitudinal arch
Lateral longitudinal arch
Transverse arch

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