Bones of the Lower Limb

Overview

The bones of the lower limb provide support for body weight, stability and leverage for movement. This section outlines the osteology of the hip, thigh, leg and foot.

Key Structures

Articles describe the pelvis, femur, tibia, fibula, patella and bones of the foot, with emphasis on surface landmarks, articulations and muscular attachments. Diagrams reinforce three-dimensional understanding.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

A firm grasp of bone anatomy supports interpretation of fractures, joint alignment and radiological imaging. The section helps learners connect skeletal structure to injury patterns and operative planning.

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Illustration of the tarsal bones of the foot, showing their anatomical arrangement.

Bones of the Foot: Tarsals, Metatarsals and Phalanges

Diagram of the posterior surface of the right femur, highlighting bony landmarks.

The Femur

Illustration of the anterior and posterior surfaces of the patella.

The Patella

Bony landmarks of the tibial shaft, illustrating the anterior and posterior surfaces of the tibia.

The Tibia

Overview of the fibula's position in the leg, highlighting its anatomical context.

The Fibula

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Anatomical diagram illustrating the course of the median nerve through the upper limb.
Nerves of the Upper Limb

The Median Nerve

by Dr Oliver Jones

Illustration of the first layer of plantar muscles in the foot, showing the flexor digitorum beneath the cut plantar aponeurosis.
Encyclopaedia

Abductor Digiti Minimi (Foot)

by Sanya Trikha

Illustration of the superficial muscles of the gluteal region, showing the gluteus maximus and medius partially removed.
Encyclopaedia

Gluteus Minimus

by Dr Oliver Jones