Ankle Muscles and Injuries

What are the three main bones that make up the ankle joint?

• tibia, fibula, talus

• humerus, radius, ulna

• femur, patella, tibia

• scapula, clavicle, humerus

What is the function of the peroneal muscles in the ankle?

• The peroneal muscles in the ankle are responsible for inversion and dorsiflexion of the foot.

• The peroneal muscles in the ankle are responsible for abduction and adduction of the foot.

• The peroneal muscles in the ankle are responsible for flexion and extension of the foot.

• The peroneal muscles in the ankle are responsible for eversion and plantar flexion of the foot.

What is the most common cause of ankle sprains?

• Running on uneven surfaces.

• Sudden twist or turn of the foot

• Lack of warm-up before physical activity.

• Wearing improper footwear.

What is the purpose of the Achilles tendon in the ankle?

• The Achilles tendon in the ankle is responsible for maintaining balance and stability.

• The Achilles tendon in the ankle helps in absorbing shock during physical activities.

• The Achilles tendon in the ankle is involved in regulating blood flow to the foot and ankle.

• The purpose of the Achilles tendon in the ankle is to connect the calf muscles to the heel bone and facilitate movement of the foot and ankle.

What is the medical term for inflammation of the Achilles tendon?

• Achilles tendinitis

• Achilles tendonosis

• Achilles tendinopathy

• Achilles tenosynovitis

Which muscle is responsible for plantarflexion of the ankle?

• soleus muscle

• quadriceps muscle

• hamstring muscle

• gastrocnemius muscle

What is the medical term for a high ankle sprain?

• ligamentous ankle sprain

• torn ankle ligament

• ankle strain

• syndesmotic ankle sprain

Which ligament is commonly injured in a high ankle sprain?

• syndesmosis ligament

• posterior cruciate ligament

• anterior cruciate ligament

• medial collateral ligament

What is the function of the gastrocnemius muscle in the ankle?

• Plantarflexion and knee flexion.

• Inversion and knee flexion.

• Dorsiflexion and knee extension.

• Eversion and knee extension.

What is the medical term for a torn Achilles tendon?

• Achilles Tendon Tear

• Achilles Tendon Fracture

• Achilles Tendon Rupture

• Achilles Tendon Strain