Ankle and Foot Quiz

Which bones form the ankle joint?

• Tibia, Fibula, Calcaneus

• Tibia, Fibula, Talus

• Femur, Fibula, Talus

• Tibia, Humerus, Talus

How many tarsal bones are there in the foot?

• 7

• 14

• 5

• 10

Which ligament stabilizes the ankle joint?

• Anterior talofibular

• Calcaneofibular

• Posterior talofibular

• Medial deltoid

What is the function of the plantar calcaneonavicular ligament?

• Support the arches of the foot

• Flex the toes

• Extend the toes

• Adduct the toes

Which nerve innervates the abductor hallucis muscle?

• Tibial nerve

• Common fibular nerve

• Femoral nerve

• Saphenous nerve

What is the most frequently injured ligament in ankle sprains?

• Calcaneofibular ligament

• Medial deltoid ligament

• Anterior talofibular ligament

• Posterior talofibular ligament

What causes plantar fasciitis?

• Overuse and increased strain on the plantar aponeurosis

• Lack of blood supply to the foot

• Injury to the tarsal bones

• Genetic predisposition

Which artery supplies blood to the foot?

• Subclavian artery

• Carotid artery

• Posterior tibial artery

• Brachial artery

What is the function of the intrinsic muscles on the plantar side of the foot?

• Extend the toes

• Flex, abduct, and adduct the toes

• Flex the ankle joint

• Rotate the foot

Where does the great saphenous vein originate from?

• Medial malleolus

• Medial side of the foot

• Lateral side of the foot

• Lateral malleolus