AnatomyDiseases
Posterior Tibial Tendon DysfunctionFlatfootTenosynovitisTendonsTarsal BonesTendon Injuries
AchillesLigamentsAccessory navicularTibialis posterTalusPeronealConnects the calf musclesExtrinsic musclesMetatarsalCuneiform bonesAttachesJointsFibulaLateralOriginateForefootAcuteDeformityAnteriorBonesRuptureInversionInflammationTransverseFootBellyMechanicalInsertionNeckJointTreatmentMainFourthSide
Achilles9
  • With conditions about the ankle, such as chronic ankle instability, syndesmotic injury, and acute and chronic Achilles tendon ruptures, if nonsurgical treatment fails surgery becomes necessary. (musculoskeletalkey.com)
  • The large Achilles tendon runs posterior to the ankle and inserts into the calcaneus. (orthopaedia.com)
  • It may be affected by a number of clinical conditions that are reviewed in chapter 8 (Achilles tendon disorders) and chapter 14 (Achilles tendon rupture). (orthopaedia.com)
  • Achilles tendon - a tendon of the back of the leg, and the thickest in the human body. (wikipedia.org)
  • The largest tendon in the body, the Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body. (precisionfootandankle.co.uk)
  • Achilles tendonitis is a general term that describes inflammation of the tendon, causing pain. (precisionfootandankle.co.uk)
  • The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body. (precisionfootandankle.co.uk)
  • The calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) insert via the Achilles tendon into the calcaneum at the tuberosity. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
Ligaments8
  • The bones work in coordination with your muscles, tendons, and ligaments, as these components all operate flexibly and reliably for you when they are not inhibited by health issues. (orthopedicassociates.org)
  • The foot is a marvel of biomechanical engineering, composed of numerous bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons working in harmony to support the body's weight, facilitate movement, and absorb shock. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • These ligaments, including the anterior talofibular, posterior talofibular, and calcaneofibular ligaments, provide stability to the outer side of the ankle. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • By appreciating the intricate balance of bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons within the foot, we can better appreciate the marvel of human biomechanics that allows us to stand, walk, and engage in a wide range of activities. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • It is composed of at least 28 bones, 33 joints, and more than a hundred muscles, tendons, and ligaments. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
  • The midfoot is connected to the hind and forefoot by ligaments, muscles and the plantar fascia. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
  • Any injury, lesion or neuromuscular disorder of this complex system affects these interactions between muscles, bones and ligaments and causes degradation, instability or disability of locomotion. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Active stability involves mechanical interactions between muscles, ligaments and articular surfaces in response to external forces during activity. (biomedcentral.com)
Accessory navicular2
  • If there is tenderness at the insertion but not along the course of the tendon, a symptomatic accessory navicular may be present. (orthopaedia.com)
  • In approximately 10% of patients there may be an accessory navicular bone. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
Tibialis poster2
  • The tibialis posterior muscle belly originates on the posterior aspects of the tibia and fibula and the tendon crosses behind the medial malleolus to insert primarily on the navicular (Figure 2). (orthopaedia.com)
  • The tibialis posterior muscle attaches to the navicular through its tendon at the tuberosity. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
Talus3
  • The seven tarsal bones form the back of the foot and include the calcaneus (heel bone), talus, navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • The navicular sits in front of the talus on the inner aspect of the foot and forms the joint in front of the ankle joint (talonavicular). (lfaclinic.co.uk)
  • The talus does not have tendon attachments, and is constrained by ligament and contact forces. (biomedcentral.com)
Peroneal2
  • and the pair of peroneal tendons (peroneus longus and brevis). (orthopaedia.com)
  • Anatomy of lateral incision: (A) lateral incision, (B) lateral malleolus, (C) base of fourth metatarsal, (D) base of fifth metatarsal, (E) peroneal tendons, (F) sural nerve, (G) intermediate dorsal cutaneous nerve. (medscape.com)
Connects the calf muscles1
  • It connects the calf muscles to your heel bone, providing the power to walk, run, climb stairs, jump, and stand on tiptoes. (precisionfootandankle.co.uk)
Extrinsic muscles2
  • Abductor pollicis longus muscle - One of the extrinsic muscles of the hand. (wikipedia.org)
  • Motion at the ankle and subtalar joints is guided by the osteoarticular and ligamentous structures and induced by the forces and moments of the extrinsic muscles, in addition to the external forces. (biomedcentral.com)
Metatarsal6
  • The peroneus longus tendon then continues in a plantar direction along the sole of the foot to the base of the first metatarsal bone. (orthopaedia.com)
  • The peroneus brevis tendon inserts into a tuberosity at the base of the fifth metatarsal bone, on its lateral side. (orthopaedia.com)
  • The tendon was attached to the tuberosity at the base of the fifth metatarsal, on the lateral side. (bvsalud.org)
  • Based on the attachment site of the accessory tendon, four subtypes were determined: Type IIA - the accessory tendon attached to the dorsal surface of the base of the fifth metatarsal. (bvsalud.org)
  • Type IIB - the accessory tendon attached to the proximal part of the shaft of the fifth metatarsal. (bvsalud.org)
  • The first accessory tendon was attached to the proximal part of the shaft of the fifth metatarsal, and the second accessory tendon was attached to the fascia covering the fourth interosseous space. (bvsalud.org)
Cuneiform bones1
Attaches1
  • It attaches the plantaris, gastrocnemius (calf) and soleus muscles to the calcaneus (heel) bone. (wikipedia.org)
Joints2
  • Contraction of the tibialis posterior locks the joints of the midfoot during gait progression to create a rigid lever in the foot. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Arthroscopic arthrodesis is an accepted technique for the ankle but less commonly reported for multiple hindfoot joints. (medscape.com)
Fibula1
  • The peroneus longus and brevis muscle bellies originate on the fibula and the tendons course together along the bone, with the brevis medial to the longus (Figure 3). (orthopaedia.com)
Lateral3
  • Important tendons cross the anterior, medial and lateral aspects of the ankle. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Abdominal external oblique muscle - The largest, and outermost, of the three flat muscles of the lateral anterior abdominal wall. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Coleman device is designed for the Cavo-varus deformity, where the hindfoot is flexible and will return to a neutral position when a Coleman block is placed under the lateral aspect of the foot. (kevinrootmedical.com)
Originate2
  • These muscles originate and insert within the foot and play a crucial role in controlling fine movements, such as toe flexion and extension. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • Several foot muscles of the foot originate from this bone. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
Forefoot1
  • Also known as the transverse tarsal joint, it connects the hindfoot and forefoot, facilitating side-to-side movement and adaptation to uneven surfaces. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
Acute2
  • Tendonitis , also known as Tendinitis, refers to a painful clinical condition where there is acute pain and swelling due to microtearing of the tendon and the resulting inflammatory response. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Acute trauma can result in navicular fracture while repetitive stress can result in a stress fracture . (lfaclinic.co.uk)
Deformity1
  • however, the original description of using tendon transfer for the treatment of progressive flatfoot deformity is attributed to Goldner in 1974. (medscape.com)
Anterior1
  • The tibialis anterior muscle is the most medial muscle of the anterior compartment of the leg (Figure 1). (orthopaedia.com)
Bones1
Rupture3
  • Results from a 1969 study by Kettelkamp and Alexander revealed that when patients demonstrated tendon rupture and surgical correction was delayed, a poor outcome with surgical exploration resulted. (medscape.com)
  • Therefore, rupture or even stretching of this tendon can lead to flat feet. (orthopaedia.com)
  • The presence, location, and intensity of the bone bruises within specific compartments of the femur and tibial after ACL rupture and patellar dislocation were recorded. (preprints.org)
Inversion1
  • Pain with resisted inversion and tenderness along the course of the tendon to its insertion on the navicular are hallmarks of this condition. (orthopaedia.com)
Inflammation2
  • Due to their important roles during gait, each of these tendons may be subject to overuse and inflammation. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Paratenonitis is an inflammation of the lining of the thin lining of connective tissue that surrounds many tendons allowing the tendon to glide more easily, namely the paratenon. (orthopaedia.com)
Transverse1
  • Abdominal internal oblique muscle - A muscle of the abdominal wall, which lies below the external oblique and just above the transverse abdominal muscles. (wikipedia.org)
Foot10
  • [ 14 ] A widely accepted classification system, proposed by Johnson in 1989 and modified by Myerson in 1997, clarified treatment recommendations on the basis of the severity of the PTT dysfunction and the adaptation of the foot to collapse of the medial longitudinal arch. (medscape.com)
  • The peroneus muscles plantarflex and everts the foot. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Tibialis Posterior tendonitis presents as medial ankle and arch pain, worsened with prolonged standing and often in conjunction with a flat foot and prominent navicular bone on the medial aspect of the foot. (orthopaedia.com)
  • Claw toe normally happen when muscles of foot got weaken, or we can say it's caused by nerve damage from disease like alcoholism or diabetes. (footpainmanagement.org)
  • Originating outside the foot, these muscles have tendons that extend into the foot, aiding in larger movements like ankle and toe flexion. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • The foot receives blood supply from arteries such as the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial arteries, ensuring proper oxygenation and nourishment. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • The foot is innervated by branches of the sciatic and tibial nerves, providing sensory and motor functions to different parts of the foot. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • For individuals, this knowledge can serve as a foundation for proactive foot care, emphasizing the importance of proper footwear, regular exercise, and prompt attention to any signs of discomfort or dysfunction. (premierpodiatryservices.com)
  • Several tendons, the tibial artery and nerve pass close to this bone on their way to the rest of the foot. (lfaclinic.co.uk)
  • Understanding the evolution of the human foot from a flexible grasping structure to one that is designed for upright posture and locomotion is paramount to treating patients with foot pain and dysfunction. (bvsalud.org)
Belly1
  • The deep fascia is visualized through the entire course of the incision, and the extensor digitorum brevis (EDB) muscle belly is identified. (medscape.com)
Mechanical1
  • Any deviations from the stated STJ alignment is considered to be abnormal and should, therefore, exhibit mechanical dysfunction. (physio-pedia.com)
Insertion1
  • The aim of this study was to provide the first comprehensive classification of the fibularis brevis tendon based on its insertion in human fetuses. (bvsalud.org)
Neck1
  • To better understand the influence of pain on the myofascial layers, the present study investigated these on the upper trapezius muscle in unilateral, more severe neck pain. (preprints.org)
Joint1
  • Lever arm lengths determine the ability of muscles to produce joint torque in order to generate or resist rotation. (biomedcentral.com)
Treatment1
  • [ 8 ] This was followed by articles by Fowler and Williams, who each presented posterior tibial tendinitis as a syndrome, with the suggestion that surgical intervention may play a role in the treatment of this condition. (medscape.com)
Main2
  • RESULTS: Three main types of fibularis brevis tendon were distinguished. (bvsalud.org)
  • The proposed classification consists of three main Types (I-III), with Type II divided into subtypes (A-D). The fibularis digiti quinti is not closely related to the type of fibularis brevis tendon. (bvsalud.org)
Fourth1
  • Type IIC - the accessory tendon was attached to the fascia covering the fourth interosseous space. (bvsalud.org)
Side1
  • At the side of attachment, the fibularis brevis tendon was connected with a portion of the fibularis tertius tendon. (bvsalud.org)