29/08/2025
Word of the Week: Talus!
The talus may be small, but itโs a powerhouse for movement and stability. Its is one of the 26 different bones in the foot.
Unlike most bones, it has no muscular attachmentsโit relies entirely on ligaments and joint surfaces for support. That makes it incredibly mobile, but also vulnerable.
From an osteopathic/chiropractic perspective, the talus is central in linking the foot, ankle, knee, and pelvis through the kinetic chain:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย Weight transfer โ it carries load from the tibia into the calcaneus and forefoot
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย Joint hub โ it forms the ankle joint (talocrural), the subtalar joint, and part of the midfoot articulation
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย Balance and proprioception โ tiny shifts in the talus affect posture and stability
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย Clinical link โ restrictions here (often after ankle sprains) can alter gait mechanics, contribute to knee/hip overload, and even show up as low back discomfort
If youโve had recurrent ankle pain, restoring movement and mobility can improve both local ankle function and whole-body balance.
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ย References:
Standring, S. (2020). Grayโs Anatomy.
Tochigi, Y., et al. (2006). Role of the talus in ankle stability. Foot & Ankle International, 27(7), 584โ588.
Kirby, K. A. (2001). Biomechanics of the normal and abnormal foot. JAPMA, 91(9), 470โ481.
