Structure
The lateral talocalcaneal ligament is a short flat ligament that arises from the lateral process of the talus. It descends inferoposteriorly to reach the lateral surface of the calcaneus.
Anatomical Relations
The lateral talocalcaneal ligament attaches to the lateral surface of the calcaneus, anterior and superior to the calcaneofibular ligament. The tendons of the fibularis longus and brevis muscles pass over the ligament.
Function
The lateral talocalcaneal ligament stabilizes the subtalar joint.
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Joint Ligament
Entheseal structures are widely located throughout the body and are represented by the interface between bone and several tissues including tendon, joint capsules and ligaments.
