Bones of the Leg

Front

What are the Meta-Tarsals?

Back

The Meta-Tarsals are the long bones in the foot located between the tarsal bones and the phalanges. There are five Meta-Tarsals in each foot.

Front

What is the function of the Tibia?

Back

The Tibia, also known as the shinbone, is the larger and stronger of the two lower leg bones. It supports the weight of the body and helps in walking and running.

Front

What is the Fibula?

Back

The Fibula is the thinner and smaller bone located alongside the Tibia in the lower leg. It provides stability to the ankle and supports muscles of the lower leg.

Front

What is the Patella?

Back

The Patella, or kneecap, is a small bone that protects the knee joint and connects the muscles in the front of the thigh to the tibia.

Front

What are the Cuneiform bones?

Back

The Cuneiform bones are three bones in the foot (medial, intermediate, and lateral) that help form the arch and provide stability.

Front

What is the Cuboid bone?

Back

The Cuboid bone is one of the tarsal bones in the foot, located on the lateral side, and it helps connect the foot to the ankle.

Front

What is the Acetabulum?

Back

The Acetabulum is the socket of the hip joint where the head of the femur fits, allowing for movement of the hip.

Front

What is the Anterior Superior Iliac Spine?

Back

The Anterior Superior Iliac Spine is a bony projection on the iliac bone of the pelvis, serving as an important landmark for anatomical reference.

Front

What is the Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine?

Back

The Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine is a bony projection located below the Anterior Superior Iliac Spine, serving as an attachment point for muscles.

Front

What is the Obturator Foramen?

Back

The Obturator Foramen is a large opening in the pelvis formed by the ischium and pubis bones, allowing for the passage of nerves and blood vessels.