Joints of Leg

Question 1

What are the 3 intrinsic ligaments of the Fibrous Capsule of the hip joint?

Answer 1

1. Iliofemoral ligament
2. Pubofemoral ligament
3. Ischofemoral ligament

Question 2

What are the two layers of the knee joint capsule?

Answer 2

1. External fibrous layer

2. Synovial membrane

Question 3

What is the “unhappy” triad?

Answer 3

Torn:

• Tibial collateral ligament
• Medial meniscus
• ACL

Question 4

What is injured in an upper ankle sprain?

Answer 4

-The anterior and posterior Tibiofibular ligaments

Question 5

What is a Pott’s Fracture?

Answer 5

• Fracture of the fibula 4.3 cm above the ankle

- Talus displaced laterally and posterior

Question 6

What nerve is affected in Tarsal Tunnel syndrome?

Answer 6

-tibial nerve

Question 7

What are teh two most important joints of the foot?

Answer 7

• Subtalar joint

- Transverse tarsal