Tibia

Os tibiae

The tibia lies medially in the leg. Its proximal end forms the medial and lateral condyles with the tibial plateau between them. The tibial tuberosity serves as the attachment for the patellar ligament. The medial malleolus at the distal end forms part of the ankle joint.

Tipo Bone
Sistema corporal Skeletal
Región corporal Leg
Nombre latino Os tibiae
FMA ID 24476

Función

The larger of the two leg bones, the tibia bears most of the weight transmitted from the femur to the foot. It provides attachment for muscles of the leg and forms part of the knee and ankle joints.

Significado clínico

Tibial plateau fractures affect the knee joint. Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone fractures. Stress fractures of the tibia are common in athletes and military personnel.

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the Tibia?
The tibia lies medially in the leg. Its proximal end forms the medial and lateral condyles with the tibial plateau between them. The tibial tuberosity serves as the attachment for the patellar ligament. The medial malleolus at the distal end forms part of the ankle joint.
What is the function of the Tibia?
The larger of the two leg bones, the tibia bears most of the weight transmitted from the femur to the foot. It provides attachment for muscles of the leg and forms part of the knee and ankle joints.
What body system is the Tibia part of?
The Tibia is part of the Skeletal.
What conditions affect the Tibia?
Tibial plateau fractures affect the knee joint. Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone fractures. Stress fractures of the tibia are common in athletes and military personnel.
Where is the Tibia located?
The Tibia is located in the Leg region of the body.

Estructuras relacionadas

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