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Introduction. The foot and ankle in the human body work together to provide balance, stability, movement, and Propulsion. This complex anatomy consists of: 26 bones. 33 joints. Muscles. Tendons. Ligaments. Blood vessels, nerves, and soft tissue.
Foot & Ankle Anatomy Overview. The foot and ankle joint consists of 28 bones and is a complex system which provides us with the ability to walk, run and jump. This part of the body is able to adapt to uneven terrain, provide shock absorption and allow for even and stable mobility during the gait (walking) cycle.
These bones give structure to the foot and allow for all foot movements like flexing the toes and ankle, walking, and running. The foot can be divided into three regions, the hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot.
The bones (tibia and fibula) together with the interosseous membrane and fasciae divide the leg into three separate com-partments: anterolateral, lateral and posterior. They contain the so-called extrinsic foot muscles. Each compartment has its own blood supply and innervation.
Foot Diagram: Bones of the Foot. Inside (Medial) View. Outside (Lateral) View. Anterior View.
This review looks at the current understanding of foot function in the context of gait, biomechanics and relevant surgical anatomy. Keywords ankle; biomechanics; foot
Comprehensive foot and ankle diagrams with clear labels, as well as unlabelled versions. A concise overview detailing the tarsal bones. A summarised coverage of foot and ankle blood supply. A set of recall questions, accompanied by an answer key for thorough self-assessment.
