Dorsal intercuneiform ligaments: Difference between revisions

General Information
Latin	ligamenta intercuneiformia dorsalia
Greek
TA98
TA2
FMA
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System	Skeletal system
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Lymphatic drainage
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Latest revision as of 21:20, 27 December 2024

The dorsal intercuneiform ligaments are a group of ligaments located in the foot. These ligaments connect the cuneiform bones, which are three wedge-shaped bones in the tarsus of the foot. The cuneiform bones are named the medial cuneiform, intermediate cuneiform, and lateral cuneiform.

Structure[edit]

The dorsal intercuneiform ligaments are part of the dorsal ligamentous complex of the foot. They are responsible for stabilizing the cuneiform bones and maintaining the arch of the foot. These ligaments are composed of strong fibrous tissue that extends between the dorsal surfaces of the cuneiform bones.

Function[edit]

The primary function of the dorsal intercuneiform ligaments is to provide stability to the midfoot region. They help in maintaining the alignment of the cuneiform bones and contribute to the overall biomechanics of the foot during locomotion.

Clinical significance[edit]

Injuries to the dorsal intercuneiform ligaments can occur due to trauma or overuse. Such injuries may lead to midfoot instability and can affect the gait of an individual. Diagnosis of ligament injuries often involves imaging techniques such as MRI or CT scan. Treatment may include rest, physical therapy, or in severe cases, surgical intervention.

References[edit]

Henry,

 Gray's Anatomy, 
 40th edition, 
 Churchill Livingstone, 
 2008, 
  
  
 ISBN 978-0-443-07168-3,

External links[edit]

Dorsal intercuneiform ligaments on WikiMD

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-'''Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments'''
-The '''Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments''' are a group of ligaments located in the foot. They are part of the [[Foot Anatomy|anatomy of the foot]] and play a crucial role in maintaining the stability and flexibility of the foot.
+{{Infobox anatomy
+| Name         = Dorsal intercuneiform ligaments
+| Latin        = ligamenta intercuneiformia dorsalia
+| Image        = <!-- Image removed -->
+| Caption      = <!-- Image caption -->
+| From         = [[Cuneiform bones]]
+| To           = [[Cuneiform bones]]
+| System       = [[Skeletal system]]
+}}
-== Anatomy ==
+The '''dorsal intercuneiform ligaments''' are a group of [[ligaments]] located in the [[foot]]. These ligaments connect the [[cuneiform bones]], which are three wedge-shaped bones in the [[tarsus]] of the foot. The cuneiform bones are named the [[medial cuneiform]], [[intermediate cuneiform]], and [[lateral cuneiform]].
-The Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments are located on the dorsal (top) surface of the foot, between the [[Cuneiform Bones|cuneiform bones]]. They are composed of fibrous tissue and are responsible for connecting the three cuneiform bones together.
+==Structure==
+The dorsal intercuneiform ligaments are part of the [[dorsal ligamentous complex]] of the foot. They are responsible for stabilizing the [[cuneiform bones]] and maintaining the [[arch of the foot]]. These ligaments are composed of strong fibrous tissue that extends between the dorsal surfaces of the cuneiform bones.
-[[File:Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments.png|thumb|right|Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments]]
+==Function==
+The primary function of the dorsal intercuneiform ligaments is to provide stability to the [[midfoot]] region. They help in maintaining the alignment of the cuneiform bones and contribute to the overall [[biomechanics]] of the foot during [[locomotion]].
-== Function ==
+==Clinical significance==
+Injuries to the dorsal intercuneiform ligaments can occur due to [[trauma]] or [[overuse]]. Such injuries may lead to [[midfoot instability]] and can affect the [[gait]] of an individual. Diagnosis of ligament injuries often involves [[imaging techniques]] such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]]. Treatment may include [[rest]], [[physical therapy]], or in severe cases, [[surgical intervention]].
-The primary function of the Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments is to provide stability to the foot by preventing excessive movement between the cuneiform bones. They also play a role in the flexibility of the foot, allowing for a range of movements such as walking, running, and jumping.
+==See also==
+* [[Plantar intercuneiform ligaments]]
+* [[Foot anatomy]]
+* [[Ligament injuries]]
-== Clinical Significance ==
+==References==
+* {{Cite book |last=Gray |first=Henry |title=Gray's Anatomy |edition=40th |year=2008 |publisher=Churchill Livingstone |isbn=978-0-443-07168-3}}
-Injury to the Dorsal Intercuneiform Ligaments can result in pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the foot. This can be caused by trauma, overuse, or degenerative conditions such as [[Arthritis|arthritis]]. Treatment typically involves rest, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery.
+==External links==
+* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Dorsal_intercuneiform_ligaments Dorsal intercuneiform ligaments on WikiMD]
-== See Also ==
+[[Category:Ligaments of the lower limb]]
+[[Category:Foot anatomy]]
-* [[Foot Anatomy]]
-* [[Cuneiform Bones]]
-* [[Arthritis]]
-== References ==
-* Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice, 41st Edition
-* Moore, K.L., Dalley, A.F., & Agur, A.M.R. (2013). Clinically Oriented Anatomy. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
-[[Category:Anatomy]]
-[[Category:Ligaments]]
-[[Category:Foot]]
-{{anatomy-stub}}