ARTICULAR MOTION HIGH YIELD ANKLE JOINT Flashcards
1
Q
what does the ankle joint consist of?
A
consists of the trochlea of talus and its articulation with the distal tibia and fibula
2
Q
concavity is directed where?
A
medially
3
Q
primary motion in what plane?
A
sagittal plane, so plantarflexion/dorsiflexion
4
Q
secondary motions?
A
some abduction with dorsiflexion
some adduction with plantarflexion
5
Q
how does the joint axis pass?
A
from lateral, plantar and posterior
6
Q
minimum ROM?
A
10 degrees dorsiflexion required when knee extends just prior to heel lift in stance phase
20 degrees plantarflexion for propulsion
