Foot & Ankle Tendons: Anatomy, Function & Injuries
There are a number of tendons located in the foot and ankle all responsible for different ankle, foot and toe movements. Tendons also help to provide stability around the foot and ankle. Here we will look at where the different foot and ankle tendons are found, what movements they allow, why we need them, what can go wrong and how to treat ...
Ankle Tendons: Anatomy, Attachments and Function by a Specialist
2022年3月12日 · A ligament attaches a bone to a bone while a tendon attaches a muscle to a bone and this article will cover all of the tendons that cross over the ankle including their attachment points and their action.
Understanding the Anatomy and Biomechanics of Ankle Tendons
2017年9月19日 · This article reviews the intricate anatomy and biomechanics of the major tendon groups that cross the ankle and hindfoot, including the Achilles, anterior tibial, posterior tibial, and peroneal tendons. Tendons are a dense connective tissue designed to connect muscle to bone.
Ankle Anatomy - Ortho Globe
2025年1月7日 · Tendons Supporting the Ankle Tendons near the ankle provide movement and additional stability: Achilles Tendon: Attaches the calf muscles to the heelbone (calcaneus), enabling walking, running, and jumping. Posterior Tibial Tendon: Connects a smaller calf muscle to the foot’s underside, supporting the arch and helping turn the foot inward.
Ankle Anatomy - eOrthopod.com
The ankle joint is also supported by nearby tendons. The large Achilles tendon is the most important tendon for walking, running, and jumping. It attaches the calf muscles to the calcaneus (heelbone) and allows us to raise up on our toes.
Ankle - Structure, Function, Location, Diagram, Anatomy
2024年12月31日 · Anatomy. The ankle joint, also known as the talocrural joint, is a hinge-type synovial joint that connects the leg to the foot. It is a complex structure designed for stability and mobility, enabling movements like dorsiflexion and plantarflexion. The joint involves bony articulations, ligaments, a joint capsule, and surrounding tendons.
Foot and Ankle Anatomy - Bones, Muscles, Ligaments & Tendons
2024年11月19日 · Foot and ankle anatomy consists of 33 bones, 26 joints and over a hundred muscles, ligaments and tendons. This complex network of structures fit and work together to bear weight, allow movement and provide a stable base for us to stand and move on.
Tendons In Ankle - The Complete Anatomy & Injury Guide!
Tendons In Ankle: There are many major ankle tendons & ligaments present. Learn which ones are most susceptible to ankle injury.
Complete Guide For Ankle Anatomy - Complete Care
The large Achilles tendon is the most important tendon for walking, running, and jumping. It attaches the calf muscles to the calcaneus (heel bone) and allows us to raise up on our toes. The posterior tibial tendon attaches one of the smaller muscles of the calf to the underside of the foot.
Anatomy Of The Foot Ankle - OrthoPaedia
There are a variety of anatomical structures that make up the anatomy of the foot and ankle (Figure 1) including bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and nerves. These will be reviewed in the sections of this chapter. The foot is traditionally divided into three regions: the hindfoot, the midfoot, and the forefoot (Figure 2).
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