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TG LVL 1 Ch7

Leg & Foot

QuestionAnswer
What is the anatomical name for the knee joint? tibiofemoral joint
Which connective tissue structure connects the patella to the tibial tuberosity? patellar ligament
How many bones are there in the foot 26
What is the name of the bone that forms the heel of the foot? calcaneus
What are the large, conspicuous knob on either side of the ankle? lateral & medial malleoli
What are the two muscles that form the "triceps surae" gastrocnenius & soleus
The gastrocnemius extends halfway down the leg before blending into what band of connective tissue? calcaneal tendon
Which movement will shorten the fibers of the soleus plantar flexion
Which muscle is important in "unlocking" the tibiofemoral joint from an extended position popliteus
The "Tom, Dick AN Harry" mnemonic device can help you remember the order in which tendons and vessels pass by which bony landmark? medial malleolus
The first layer of muscles on the foot's plantar surface is deep to which connective tissue structure? plantar aponeurosis
The three arches of the foot form a triangle with what three points of contact? heads of 1st & 5th metatarsal, calcaneus
Which is the insertion of the gastrocnemius? calcaneus via calcaneal tendon
Which is an action of the gastrocnemius flex the knee
Which is the insertion of the soleus calcaneus via calcaneal tendon
Which is an action of the soleus plantar flex the ankle
Which is an insertion of the plantaris calcaneus via calcaneal tendon
Which is an action of the plantaris weak plantar flexion of the ankle
Which is an insertion of the popliteus proximal posterior aspect of tibia
Which is a action of peroneus longus? evert the foot
Which is an action of the tibialis anterior? invert the foot
Which structure is important for weight distribution and friction reduction in the tibiofemoral joint ? meniscus
What is the small, fluid-filled sac directly superficial to the patella? perpatellar bursa
Which is an action of the extensor digitorum longus? dorsiflex the ankle
Which is an action of the extensor hallucis longus? invert the foot
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