What Ligaments Contribute to Support of the Osseoligamentous Arch of the Foot

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Essay

What ligaments contribute to support of the osseoligamentous arch of the foot on either the medial or lateral side?

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Definitions:

Distended Abdomen

A condition where the stomach area is enlarged or swollen, often due to gas, fluid, or the accumulation of mass within the abdomen.

Ostomy Pouch

A medical device used to collect waste from a surgically created opening in the body, such as from the intestine or urinary tract.

Skin Barrier

The protective outermost layer of the skin that defends against environmental threats and prevents the loss of moisture.

Stoma

Artificially created opening between a body cavity and the surface of the body (e.g., a colostomy formed from a portion of the colon pulled through the abdominal wall).