MIDTARSAL JOINTS THE CALCANEOCUBOID JOINT Flashcards
1
Q
articulation of the calcaneocuboid joint?
A
between the anterior end of the
calcaneum and the posterior surface of the cuboid
2
Q
what type of joint is the calcaneocuboid joint?
A
synovial plane joint
3
Q
- strong ligament on the upper surface of
the joint - Y shaped
A
bifurcated ligament
4
Q
- strong ligament on the lower surface of
the joint
A
long plantar ligament
5
Q
- wide, strong ligament
- attached to the anterior tubercle on the
undersurface of the calcaneum and to the
adjoining part of the cuboid bone
A
short plantar ligament