The Fibula

Question 1

The fibula bears _____% of BW

Answer 1

20%

Question 2

The fibula is separated into what three portions

Answer 2

Proximal end
Shaft
Distal end

Question 3

Functions of apex of fibula

Post aspect of head of fib

Answer 3

Insertion of LCL

Insertion of biceps femoris

Question 4

Location of articular facet of fibula

Answer 4

Superior anteromedial aspect of head

Question 5

Path of common fibular nerve

Answer 5

Passes around posterolateral aspect of head of fibula

Question 6

Features of head of fibula (3)

Answer 6

Styloid process
Articular facet
Common fibular nerve

Question 7

Anterolateral border bifurcated at _____

Answer 7

Lateral malleolus

Question 8

Anteromedial border of fibula serves as site of attachment for

Answer 8

Interosseus membrane

Question 9

Deep posterior compartment is enclosed by

Answer 9

Interosseus membrane

Transverse intermuscular septum

Question 10

Superficial posterior compartment of leg is separated by

Answer 10

Transverse intermuscular septum

Posterior intermuscular septum

Question 11

Anterior compartment is separated by

Answer 11

Anterior intermuscular septum

Interosseus membrane

Question 12

Lateral compartment of leg is separated by

Answer 12

Anterior intermuscular septum

Posterior intermuscular septum

Question 13

Features of distal end of fibula (4)

Answer 13

Groove for fibularis longus and brevis (posterior)
Depression for ATFL attachment (anterior surface)
Articular surface for Talus (medial aspect)
Malleolar fossa