Lateral malleolus
Lateral Malleolus
The Lateral Malleolus (pronunciation: /ˈlatərəl məˈliːələs/) is a prominent anatomical feature of the human skeleton. It is the bony prominence on the outer side of the ankle, formed by the lower end of the fibula.
Etymology
The term "Lateral Malleolus" is derived from the Latin words 'latus' meaning 'side' and 'malleolus' meaning 'little hammer'. This is due to its location on the side of the ankle and its hammer-like shape.
Anatomy
The Lateral Malleolus is the distal end of the fibula, the smaller of the two bones in the lower leg. It forms a bony prominence on the outer side of the ankle, providing stability to the joint. It articulates with the talus bone of the foot and is connected to the medial malleolus, the corresponding bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle, by the transverse ligament.
Related Terms
- Medial Malleolus: The bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle, formed by the lower end of the tibia.
- Ankle: The joint connecting the foot with the leg.
- Fibula: The smaller of the two bones in the lower leg.
- Talus: The bone in the foot that articulates with the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lateral malleolus
- Wikipedia's article - Lateral malleolus
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