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Ligament Lower Leg

Deltoid Ligament Superficial Tibionavicular

pars tibionavicularis ligamenti deltoidei

The tibionavicular ligament is the most anterior component of the superficial deltoid, running from the anterior colliculus of the medial malleolus to the dorsal navicular tuberosity and blending with the spring ligament.

Region: Lower Leg
Biomechanics

Function & Actions

Resists external foot rotation and plantarflexion, provides anterior medial ankle stability, and contributes to spring ligament reinforcement at the navicular.

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

Most commonly torn superficial deltoid component in eversion ankle injuries. Attenuation contributes to spring ligament complex failure in progressive collapsing foot deformity.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Tibionavicular Ligament Tear in Deltoid Injury

Anterior deltoid component disruption in ankle eversion producing anteromedial ankle pain, managed with RICE and physiotherapy.

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