Ligaments of the Toes Collateral

The toe collateral ligaments (lat. l. collateralia digitorum pedis), also called the collateral ligaments of the foot, are a group of ligaments that connect the toes and provide stability and flexibility during walking and running.

The collateral toe ligaments include several groups of ligaments:

1. Talocalcaneal-navicular-sphenoid ligaments – These ligaments connect the talus bone to the calcaneus, navicular and sphenoid bones. They provide stability and support for the foot when walking and running, and also regulate the movement of the foot in different planes.
2. Intermetatarsal ligaments - These ligaments are located between the metatarsal bones and provide stabilization of the foot when changing direction of movement.
3. Dusseldorf ligaments are ligaments that connect the heel bone to the metatarsal bones. They maintain foot stability and prevent bones from shifting during movement.
4. The cuneometatarsal ligaments are a group of ligaments that are located between the cuneiform bones and the metatarsal bones and provide additional stability and support to the foot.

It is important to note that the collateral toe ligaments are of great importance for the health of the foot and the entire musculoskeletal system. Disturbances in the functioning of these ligaments can lead to various diseases, such as arthritis, arthrosis, finger deformation and others. Therefore, it is important to monitor the condition of the ligaments and perform preventive exercises to strengthen them.