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

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2
Q

Where does the patella ligament attach

A

Tibial tuberosity

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3
Q

Where is the anterior border of th tibia

A

Starts at tibial tuberosity and goes down

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4
Q

Where is the soleal line

A

On posterior surface of shaft of tibia

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5
Q

What muscle originates at the soleal line

A

Part of soleus

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6
Q

Where does the interosseus membrane attach on the tibia

A

Lateral border

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7
Q

What passes through the groove on the posterior surface of the distal tibia

A

Tendon of tibialis posterior

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8
Q

Where does the fibula bind to the tibia

A

Fibular notch. Laterally on the distal end

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