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Subtalar Joint Flashcards

1
Q

What type of joint is the subtalar joint?

A

Synovial plane joint

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What is the subtalar joint between?

A

Inferior surface of the talus and superior surface of the calcaneus

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What are thr ligaments of the subtalar joint?

A

Posterior talocalcaneal ligament
Medial talocalcaneal ligament
Lateral talocalcaneal ligament

Interosseous talcocalcaneal ligament bind the talus and calcaneous together and provides the majority of the ligamentous stability

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What movements can the subtalar joint perform?

A

Inversion and eversion

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What are muscles allow for inversion and eversion of the foot?

A

Lateral compartment of the leg
Tibialis anterior muscle

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What is the arterial supply of the subtalar joint?

A

Posterior tibia and fibular arteries

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What is the nerve supply of the subtalar joint?

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Plantar aspect – medial or lateral plantar nerve
Dorsal aspect – deep fibular nerve

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