Talocrural Joint Flashcards
1
Q
What type of joint is the talocrural joint?
A
Simple
Uniaxial
Modified sellar
2
Q
What is the endfeel of the talocrural joint?
A
Firm in dorsiflexion and plantar flexion
3
Q
Does the talocrural joint follow a convex or concave rule?
A
Convex rule
4
Q
What is the treatment plane of the talocrural joint?
A
Concave Crurial surface
5
Q
What is the resting/ loose packed position of the talocrural joint?
A
10 degrees of ankle plantar flexion
6
Q
What is the close packed position of the talocrural joint?
A
Maximum ankle dorsiflexion
7
Q
What is the capsular pattern of the talocrural joint?
A
Plantar flexion > dorsiflexion
