The ankle is a hinged synovial joint formed between the articular surfaces of the distal tibia, distal fibula, and talus. The ankle primarily allows plantar flexion and dorsiflexion of the foot. The subtalar joint and the other tarsal bones create many synergistic articulations, allowing for a wide range of motion (ROM)–plantar flexion, dorsiflexion, eversion, inversion, abduction, and adduction. The movements are generated by large muscle groups that originate in the leg and insert as well as act upon the bones of the foot and tarsus.