Bones Of The Lower Leg Flashcards
What are the two main bones of the lower leg?
The tibia and the fibula.
Which bone is known as the shinbone?
The tibia.
True or False: The fibula is the larger bone in the lower leg.
False.
What is the primary function of the tibia?
To support the weight of the body and facilitate movement.
Where is the fibula located in relation to the tibia?
The fibula is located on the lateral side of the tibia.
Fill in the blank: The tibia articulates with the __________ at the knee joint.
femur.
What does the fibula contribute to the ankle joint?
It provides stability and support.
True or False: The fibula bears significant weight.
False.
What are the distal ends of the tibia and fibula called?
The medial malleolus (tibia) and lateral malleolus (fibula).
Which bone is responsible for forming the inner part of the ankle?
The tibia.
What is the primary role of the fibula?
To provide muscle attachment and stability.
True or False: The tibia can be easily palpated along its entire length.
True.
What type of joint is formed between the tibia and fibula at the proximal end?
A syndesmosis joint.
Fill in the blank: The tibia is located __________ to the fibula.
medial.
What is the medical term for the area where the tibia and fibula meet?
The syndesmosis.
Which bone is more commonly fractured in sports injuries?
The fibula.
True or False: The fibula has a major role in weight-bearing.
False.
What is the proximal end of the tibia called?
The tibial plateau.
What does the term ‘medial malleolus’ refer to?
The bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle formed by the tibia.
What is the role of the lateral malleolus?
To provide stability to the ankle joint.
Fill in the blank: The fibula’s head articulates with the __________.
tibia.
What is the anatomical position of the lower leg bones?
The tibia is medial and the fibula is lateral.
True or False: The tibia is involved in the knee joint.
True.
What muscles attach to the fibula?
Several muscles including the peroneal muscles.
What is the primary blood supply to the tibia?
The anterior tibial artery.
Fill in the blank: The fibula helps to form the __________ joint.
ankle.
What are the common injuries associated with the lower leg bones?
Fractures and sprains.
