Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle

Below are the clinical terms used to describe the various "layers" of anatomical structures associated with the foot and ankle. Click into each area to get a better understanding of how your feet and ankles get you where you're going.

• Spatial Orientation - includes labeled photos depicting the general locations of the primary structures of the foot when viewed from different perspectives
• Topography  - includes labeled photos depicting the general locations of the primary structures of the foot as seen from the surface
• Osteology - includes photos and diagrams of the bones located in the foot and ankle
• Angiology - includes photos and diagrams of the veins and arteries located in the foot and ankle
• Neurology - includes photos and diagrams of the nerves located in the foot and ankle
• Myology - includes photos and diagrams of the muscles located in the foot and ankle
• Radiology - includes various x-rays showing common structural maladies and deformities of the foot and ankle
• Misc. Drawings - other helpful clinical and educational drawings of the foot and ankle
• Clinical Testing - clinical tests and techniques for diagnosing common foot conditions