The Major Weight-Bearing Articulation of the Ankle is the ________

Question

The major weight-bearing articulation of the ankle is the ________ joint.
A) tibiocalcaneal
B) tibiotalar
C) tibiofibular
D) fibulocuboidal
E) fibulotalar

Accepted Answer

The tibiotalar joint, also known as the ankle joint, is the major weight-bearing articulation of the ankle. It is formed by the articulation of the distal end of the tibia and the talus bone of the foot. The tibiotalar joint allows for dorsiflexion and plantarflexion of the foot, as well as some rotation.