The proximal tibia also contains two condyles, rounded protuberances that help the tibia fit into the bottom of the femur. The lateral condyle is above the head of the fibula—with the medial ...

Other tibia structure includes: The upper end has a flat head with an intercondylar eminence between the two knobs. That’s a raised area where two ligaments attach. Tibia shaft. The shaft is ...

The foot begins at the lower end of the tibia and fibula ... which has only two bones — distal and proximal phalanges — and one joint, like the thumb in the hand. The phalanges are made ...

Proximal fractures are those that affect the upper part of the tibia. Tibia shaft fractures occur below this area. When bones are broken, they can either stay under the skin or break through its ...