medial malleolus

Shinbone, Tibia

Synonyms tibia, tibia plateau, tibial tuberosity, medial malleolus, tibial head, tibial head Function of the shinbone But what is this bone for anyway? Is the shin bone indispensable for the human body? The obvious function of the shin bone is to connect the thigh via the knee and the foot via the ankle joint. As … Shinbone, Tibia

Ankle – Anatomy, fractures and raptures

Anatomy Each foot has two ankles: the outer ankle is part of the fibula, while the inner ankle is the end of the tibia. In a healthy person, the inner ankle is physiologically slightly higher than the outer ankle. Together, the two ankles – known as the malleolar fork – form the socket for the … Ankle – Anatomy, fractures and raptures