Which bones form the Medial column of the foot?

• A. Inside of the foot used for balance; composed of the talus, navicular, 3 cuneiforms, 1st-3rd metatarsals and phalanges
• B. Outside of the foot including calcaneus and cuboid
• C. The plantar fascia
• D. Bones of the toes

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that the medial column is the inner weight-bearing pillar of the foot, running from the ankle to the ball of the foot. It is formed by the talus at the top, the navicular, the three cuneiform bones, and the first through third metatarsals (along with their proximal phalanges). This group of bones creates a rigid, supportive axis that helps transfer and distribute forces during standing and walking, contributing to the stability and alignment of the medial arch.

Other options refer to structures that aren’t part of this medial pillar. The calcaneus and cuboid belong to the lateral column and contribute to the outer side of the foot. The plantar fascia is a soft tissue structure, not a bone. Bones of the toes (the phalanges) are components of the digits rather than the main medial-support column.