Fibula Flashcards
1
Q
Location
A
The smaller, lateral and slightly superior bone of the leg region.
Lord posterolateral to the tibia.
Articulates with the tibia at the ankle joint.
2
Q
Function
A
To combine with the tibia and provide stability for the ankle joint.
3
Q
Structure
A
Long bone.
4
Q
Proximal landmarks
A
Fibular head
Fibular neck
Styloid process
Articular facet for tibia
5
Q
Fibular shaft landmarks
A
Shaft of the fibula
Borders: Anterior, posterior & medial
Surfaces: Posterior, medial & lateral
6
Q
Distal landmarks
A
Lateral malleolus
Articular surface of lateral malleolus
Groove for fibularis brevis
