Foot and Toe Capsular Patterns and End-Feels

Question 1

Midtarsal Joint

Answer 1

Dorsiflexion, Plantarflexion, Adduction, Internal Rotation

Question 2

MTP joint: Great toe

Answer 2

Extension, Flexion

Question 3

MTP joints: 2nd-5th toes

Answer 3

Flexion, Extension

Question 4

Flexion of the Toes

Answer 4

Firm: Tightness of the toe extensors

Question 5

Extension of the Toes

Answer 5

Firm: Tightness of the toe flexors

Question 6

Abduction of the toes (MTP)

Answer 6

Firm: Soft tissue stretch (intrinsic muscles, capsule, and ligaments)

Question 7

Adduction of the toes (MTP)

Answer 7

Firm: Soft tissue stretch (intrinsic muscles, capsule, and ligaments)