The Arches of the Foot

Question 1

The main function of the arches of the foot are to

Answer 1

act as shock absorbers

Question 2

What are the arches of the foot?

Answer 2

1) Anterior Transverse Arch
2) Lateral Longitudinal Arch
3) Medial Longitudinal Arch

Question 3

The arches are maintained and supported by

Answer 3

1) the shape of the interlocking bones
2) the ligaments
3) the fascia
4) the action of muscle

Question 4

Which arch are these bones found in?

Calcaneous, Talus, Navicular, 3 Cuniforms, Metatarsals 1-3

Answer 4

Medial Longitudinal Arch

Question 5

Which arch are these bones found in?

Calcaneous, cuboid, metatarsals 4-5

Answer 5

Lateral Longitudinal Arch

Question 6

Involves the whole length of the foot
the anterior portion: head of the 1st MT to the head of the 5th MT
the middle portion: cuneiform #1 to cuboid
the posterior portion: navicular to cuboid

Answer 6

Transverse Arch

Question 7

The thick, central fascia (connective tissue) on the sole of the foot

Attaches: medial calcaneal tubercle proximal phalanx of each toe

Answer 7

The Plantar Fascia

Question 8

As the toes extend, the plantar fascia tightens. As it tightens, it pulls the calcaneus anteriorly and elevates the arches (puts into a position of supination)

This is known as

Answer 8

The Windlass Mechanism