All of the following are examples of traction epiphysis except which of the following?
ATubercles of humerus.
BPosterior tubercle of talus.
CTrochanters of femur.
DTibial tuberosity.
Which of the following muscles do NOT work for inversion of foot?
ATibialis posterior
BTibialis anterior
CExtensor hallucis longus
DPeroneus longus
A 41-year-old man is admitted to the emergency department with a swollen and painful foot. Radiographic examination reveals that the head of the talus has become displaced inferiorly, thereby causing the medial longitudinal arch of the foot to fall. What is the most likely cause in this case?
ATearing of the plantar calcaneonavicular (spring) ligament
BFracture of the navicular bone
CTearing of the deltoid ligament
DSprain of the calcaneocuboid ligament
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