Joints of the Lower Limb

Overview

The joints of the lower limb support stability and mobility during standing and locomotion. This section introduces the major articulations from hip to toes.

Key Structures

Articles describe the hip, knee, proximal and distal tibiofibular joints, ankle and joints of the foot. Ligaments, movements and stabilising structures are outlined clearly.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

Joint anatomy is essential for assessing instability, degenerative change and acute injury. The topics support interpretation of examination findings and orthopaedic decision-making.

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Illustration of the hip joint's articulating surfaces, featuring the pelvic acetabulum and head of the femur.

The Hip Joint

The Knee Joint

Posterior view of the left proximal tibiofibular joint.

Tibiofibular Joints

Anatomical illustration of the tibia, fibula, and talus bones of the ankle joint, indicating the calcaneus is not included.

The Ankle Joint

Illustration of the subtalar joint and interosseous talocalcaneal ligament.

The Subtalar Joint

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Diagram illustrating the course of the anterior interosseous nerve, a branch of the median nerve.
Encyclopaedia

Anterior Interosseous Nerve

by Max Bidewell and Kumail Jaffry

Overview illustration of the biliary tree, highlighting the anatomy and connections related to the gallbladder.
The Accessory Organs of the Abdomen

The Gallbladder

by Matt Baguley

Diagram of the pyramidalis muscle located in the anterior abdominal wall.
Encyclopaedia

Pyramidalis

by Aren Mnatzakanian