Tibia Flashcards
1
Q
What is the area between the condyles on the tibia called
A
Intercondylar eminence - main site of attachment for ligaments and menisci of knee joint
2
Q
Where does the patella ligament attach
A
Tibial tuberosity
3
Q
Where is the anterior border of th tibia
A
Starts at tibial tuberosity and goes down
4
Q
Where is the soleal line
A
On posterior surface of shaft of tibia
5
Q
What muscle originates at the soleal line
A
Part of soleus
6
Q
Where does the interosseus membrane attach on the tibia
A
Lateral border
7
Q
What passes through the groove on the posterior surface of the distal tibia
A
Tendon of tibialis posterior
8
Q
Where does the fibula bind to the tibia
A
Fibular notch. Laterally on the distal end
