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== Description  ==
== Description  ==
Ankle and foot injuries are fairly common not only with the athletes or as a result of the sporting activities, but occurs during routine daily activities and include sprains, fractures, tears, and inflammation. A good knowledge of the foot and ankle anatomy is necessary for proper diagnosis and treatment.  
Ankle and foot injuries are fairly common not only with the athletes or as a result of sporting activities, but occurs during routine daily activities and include sprains, fractures, tears, and inflammation. Good knowledge of the foot and ankle anatomy is necessary for proper diagnosis and treatment.  


The ankle is formed by three bones: talus, tibia and fibula. The anatomic structure of the foot consists of hindfoot, midfoot and forefoot, each composed of several bones.
The ankle is formed by three bones: talus, tibia and fibula. The anatomic structure of the foot consists of hindfoot, midfoot and forefoot, each composed of several bones.

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Description[edit | edit source]

Ankle and foot injuries are fairly common not only with the athletes or as a result of sporting activities, but occurs during routine daily activities and include sprains, fractures, tears, and inflammation. Good knowledge of the foot and ankle anatomy is necessary for proper diagnosis and treatment.

The ankle is formed by three bones: talus, tibia and fibula. The anatomic structure of the foot consists of hindfoot, midfoot and forefoot, each composed of several bones.

Structure[edit | edit source]

Ankle Bones[edit | edit source]

Foot bones[edit | edit source]

Function[edit | edit source]

Articulations[edit | edit source]

Muscle attachments[edit | edit source]

Vascular Supply[edit | edit source]

Nerve Supply[edit | edit source]

Clinical relevance[edit | edit source]

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