Quiz 6 Flashcards
Hindfoot
calcaneus & talus
Midfoot
cuboid, navicular & cuneiform
Forefoot
metatarsals & phalanges
Considerable differences in thickness
Foot
Foot consists of how many bones
26
Foot is divided into three parts:
- 14 phalanges (Cones of the toes)
- 5 metatarsals (bones of the instep)
- 7 tarsals (bones of the ankle)
MTP joints classified as
ellipsoidal-type joints
IP joints are ___, ______ type
synovial, diarthrodial hinge
bone of the heel
calcaneus
ankle bone
Talus
Seven tarsal bones of the ankle
Calcaneus
Talus
Navicular
Cuboid
Medial cuneiform
Intermediate cuneiform
Lateral cuneiform
Largest and strongest tarsal bone
Calcaneus
-Also known as os calcis
-Usually examined separate from the ot, if injured
Calcaneus
- is located on the osterior and inferior portions
- Attachment of the Achilles tendon
Tuberosity
Usually examined separate from the foot, if injured
Calcaneus
Three articular facets joint with the talus
- Anterior facet
- Middle facet
- Posterior facet