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Which Is Transverse Arch?

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Which Is Transverse Arch?

The transverse arch is one of the three arches of the foot

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The arches of the foot, formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones, strengthened by ligaments and tendons, allow the foot to support the weight of the body in the erect posture with the least weight. They are categorized as longitudinal and transverse arches.
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[10, 11] which respond to weight when walking and provide shock absorption during gait [11, 12]. The transverse arch is located in the forefoot and lays under the metatarsal heads [10, 12, 13].

Where is your transverse arch?

The transverse arch is located in the coronal plane of the foot. It is formed by the metatarsal bases, the cuboid and the three cuneiform bones.

What are the 3 arches in the foot?

The medial longitudinal arch, the lateral longitudinal arch, and the anterior transverse arch are the three arches of the human foot. These arches are shaped by the metatarsal and tarsal bones and braced by tendons and ligaments of the foot. Of the two longitudinal arches, the medial arch is the highest.

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