Distal tibia and Fibula Flashcards
1
Q
Joints present here
A
Proximal tibiofibular joint
Distal tibifibular joint
2
Q
Distal fibula
A
lateral malleolus
3
Q
Distal tibia
A
Medial malleolus
4
Q
Different textures on fibula
A
Smooth side - articulates with talus
Rough side - syndesmosis between fibula and tibia - allows them to be glued together
5
Q
Lateral distal tibia
A
Lateral fibula notch - fibula attaches
6
Q
Medial malleolus
A
Thick and strong
Attachment for deltoid ligaments
7
Q
Posterior tibia
A
Soleal line
Soleus muscle attaches
