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Cuneonavicular Dorsal Ligament

ligamentum cuneonaviculare dorsale

The dorsal cuneonavicular ligament connects the dorsal surface of the navicular to the dorsal surfaces of the three cuneiform bones, reinforcing the naviculocuneiform joints from above.

Region: Foot & Ankle
Biomechanics

Function & Actions

Provides the dorsal constraint of the naviculocuneiform joint complex, resists dorsal navicular displacement, and contributes to the dorsal medial arch ligamentous system.

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

The dorsal cuneonavicular ligament is disrupted in naviculocuneiform fracture-dislocations. Its integrity affects the degree of midfoot collapse in flatfoot deformity — attenuation allows naviculocuneiform dorsal sag.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Naviculocuneiform Dorsal Ligament in Midfoot Arthritis

Dorsal cuneonavicular ligament laxity contributing to naviculocuneiform sag in advanced flatfoot, addressed by naviculocuneiform fusion as part of comprehensive flatfoot reconstruction.

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