Fibula

Question 1

What is the main function of the Fibula?

Answer 1

Attachment for muscles

Question 2

Where on the Fibula is prone to fracturing?

Answer 2

Lateral malleolus

Question 3

How can the Lateral malleolus of the Fibula fracture?

Answer 3

Forced external rotation of the ankle (Spiral fracture)
Forced eversion (Transverse fracture)

Question 4

Where is the Fibula in relation to the Tibia?

Answer 4

Laterally

Question 5

Does the Fibula articulate with the Femur at the knee joint?

Answer 5

No

Question 6

What nerve is on the posterior and lateral surface of the Fibula neck?

Answer 6

The common Fibula nerve