JOINTS OF
THE LOWER EXTREMITY
at this joint, when the sole looks outwards, is brought about by the peroneal muscles. Rotation inwards, which is a rather freer movement, is due to the action of the tibiales, anticus
Outward rotation
a
little
and posticus, muscles. The joints between the other small bones of the foot possess a limited degree of movement, but are more important in that they largely diminish shocks to the feet thus a " jar " loses much of its force before being transmitted to the leg, thigh, and trunk. ;
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