Distal tibia and Fibula Flashcards

1
Q

Joints present here

A

Proximal tibiofibular joint

Distal tibifibular joint

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2
Q

Distal fibula

A

lateral malleolus

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3
Q

Distal tibia

A

Medial malleolus

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4
Q

Different textures on fibula

A

Smooth side - articulates with talus

Rough side - syndesmosis between fibula and tibia - allows them to be glued together

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5
Q

Lateral distal tibia

A

Lateral fibula notch - fibula attaches

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6
Q

Medial malleolus

A

Thick and strong

Attachment for deltoid ligaments

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7
Q

Posterior tibia

A

Soleal line

Soleus muscle attaches

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