Metatarsophalangeal Joints (MTP)
Osteokinematics
- Extension: 50-60° actively
- Flexion:
- 30-40° AROM
- 90° passively (i.e. during terminal stance)
- Abduction: Minimal
- Adduction: Minimal
Ligaments
All 5 metatarsophalangeal joints are linked proximally by the transverse metatarsal ligament at each metatarsal head1.
References
1.
Jones B. B Project Foundations. b Project; 2025.
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