The ankle joint

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The ankle joint

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Owes stability primarily to the shape of the tibiotalar articulating surface

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Is stabilised laterally by the deltoid ligament

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Relies on the fibula for weight bearing

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Acts purely as a hinge joint

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Has 3 ligaments radiating from the lateral malleolus

1.	The ankle joint
A.	Is stabilised laterally by the deltoid ligament
B.	Relies on the fibula for weight bearing
C.	Acts purely as a hinge joint
D.	Has 3 ligaments radiating from the lateral malleolus
E.	Owes stability primarily to the shape of the tibiotalar articulating surface
Answer» E. Owes stability primarily to the shape of the tibiotalar articulating surface

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