Q17 Talocural Joint 2

Question 1

Classify the Talocural Joint

Answer 1

Synovial Uniaxial Hinge Joint capable of one degree of freedom

Question 2

Describe the Lateral Colaterligament giving its attachments

Answer 2

3 separate parts.

Anterior and posterior Talofibular, calcaneofibular ligament.

ATFL - Anterior lateral malleolus to neck of Talus

PTFL - Posterior lateral malloelus to posterior border of Talus.

CFL - Apex of lateral malleolus infero posteriorlt to post aspect of Calcaneum

Question 3

State the movements that occur at this joint

Answer 3

Dorsi and plantaflexion

Question 4

State the muscles responsible for Dorsiflexion at the Talocural joint

Answer 4

Tibialis Anterior, Peroneus Tertius, EDL, EHL

Question 5

State the muscles responsible for Plantar flexion at the Talocural joint

Answer 5

Gastrocnemiuos, Soleus, Peroneus Longus and Brevis, FHL, FDL, Tibialis Posterior, Plantaris