Tib-Fib, Knee & Femur Info Flashcards
1
Q
Which bones make up the lower leg?
A
- Tibia
- Fibula
- Patella
- Distal femur
2
Q
Which joints make up the lower leg?
A
- Ankle
- Knee
3
Q
Which bone of the lower leg is the weight-bearing bone?
A
Tibia
4
Q
The tibia is the ______ bearing bone
A
Weight
5
Q
What bone can be felt through the shin?
A
Tibia
6
Q
The tibia can be felt through the _____
A
Shin
7
Q
Whats another name for the tibia?
A
Shin bone
8
Q
Whats is the shin bone?
A
Tibia
9
Q
What does the tibia consist of?
A
- A body
- Two extremities
10
Q
What are the two extremities of the tibia?
A
- Proximal end
- Distal end
11
Q
Which extremity of the tibia is smaller?
A
Distal end
12
Q
The distal end of the tibia is _____ than the _____ end
A
- Smaller
- Proximal
13
Q
What does the anterior aspect of the tibia contain?
A
Anterior tubercle
14
Q
Where is the anterior tubercle of the tibia?
A
Anterior aspect of the distal end of the tibia
15
Q
What overlays the fibula?
A
Anterior tubercle of the tibia
