Superomedial calcaneonavicular ligament

Ligamentum calcaneonaviculare superiomediale

  • Synonym: Superomedial band of spring ligament
  • Acronym: SM

Definition

Antoine Micheau

The superomedial calcaneonavicular ligament is the thickest and most robust portion of the spring ligament complex, lying superomedially and supporting the head of the talus. It contains a fibrocartilaginous articular facet and is histologically adapted for significant load bearing.

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