The Foot Flashcards
0
Q
What is the dorsalis pedis a continuation of?
A
Anterior tibial artery.
1
Q
Main arterial supply to the foot?
A
Dorsalis pedis
Posterior tibial
2
Q
What does the dorsal pedis artery supply?
A
The tarsal bones and the dorsal aspect of the metatarsals.
Via the deep plantar arch, contributes to supply of bones.
3
Q
What does the posterior tibial artery split into?
A
Lateral and medial plantar arteries.
4
Q
What do the lateral and medial plantar arteries supply?
A
Plantar side of the floor. Supply of toes via the deep plantar arch.
