Morphology and gender differences of stabilizing ligaments around the ankle joint
Objective:To observe and measure normal stabilized ligaments around the ankle joint in male and female specimens including anterior talofibular ligament(ATFL),calcaneofibular ligaments(CFL),and posterior talofibular ligaments(PTFL),so as to find out the data differences between males and females,and provide an anatomic foundation for the precaution,diagnosis,and rehabilitation of the ankle injury.Methods:Anatomical observation was carried on male and female ligaments.Precision measure and statistics were done on the length of anterior and posterior borders,the ligament's origin and insertion points,the widest distance,and the thickness.MRI scanning were performed to examine the lateral ligaments.Results:The morphological data differences of ankle ligaments between males and females were statistically significant.In males,CFL and PTFL were longer than in females,while there was no difference in ATFL length.In females,ATFL and CFL were wider than in males,whereas PTFL was the opposite.However,there was no difference in thickness.Conclusions:The morphology of ankle stabilizing ligaments differs between females and males,emphasizing the need for greater attention to ankle ligament protection and exercises in females.Gender differences should be considered in the diagnosis,treatment,and rehabilitation of ankle joint disorders.
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