The subtalar joint? Flashcards
1
Q
What is the subtalar joint?
A
Articulation betwen the talus and the calcaneus. It is a plane synovial joint. The joint surfaces are covered by articular cartilage
2
Q
What gives the joint stability
A
Enclosed by a joint capsule Posterior talocalcaneal ligament Medial talocalcaneal ligament Lateral talocalcaneal ligament interosseous talocalcaneal ligament
3
Q
What movments occur at the subtalar joints?
A
Inversion- tibialis anterior muscle
Eversion- lateral leg compartment muscles
4
Q
What arteries innervate the subtalar joint?
What nerves innervate the subtalar joint?
A
Posterior tibial and fibular arteries
Medial or lateral planar nerve
Deep fibular nerve
