Structure
The plantar calcaneocuboid ligament, or short plantar ligament, is a short, strong ligament that arises from the calcaneal tubercle. It extends distally to the plantar surface of the cuboid bone.
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Anatomical Relations
The plantar calcaneocuboid ligament is found deep to the long plantar ligament.
Function
The plantar calcaneocuboid ligament plays a role In maintaining the longitudinal arch of the foot.
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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.
