Citation

Brockett CL, Chapman GJ. Orthop. Trauma 2016; 30(3): 232-238.

Affiliation

University Academic Fellow, Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK. Conflicts of interest: none declared.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.mporth.2016.04.015

PMID

27594929

Abstract

This paper provides an introduction to the biomechanics of the ankle, introducing the bony anatomy involved in motion of the foot and ankle. The complexity of the ankle anatomy has a significant influence on the biomechanical performance of the joint, and this paper discusses the motions of the ankle joint complex, and the joints at which it is proposed they occur. It provides insight into the ligaments that are critical to the stability and function of the ankle joint. It describes the movements involved in a normal gait cycle, and also highlights how these may change as a result of surgical intervention such as total joint replacement or fusion.

Language: en