In: Anatomy and Physiology
Which movement has the greatest range of motion in the ankle joint?
a. dorsiflexion
b. plantarflexion
c. eversion
d. inversion
Which movement has the greatest range of motion in the ankle joint?
a. dorsiflexion
b. plantarflexion
c. eversion
d. inversion
Answer: Option b. plantarflexion
Explanation:
The ankle joint complex is comprised of the lower leg and the foot. It consists of
Range of motion (ROM) at ankle joint
Plantar flexion (movement downward) 0 to 50 degrees
Dorsiflexion (movement upward) 0 to 20 degrees
Inversion (rolled inward) 0 to 35 degrees
Eversion (rolled outward) 0 to 25 degrees
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