Anatomy & Bones
This bone features the lateral malleolus at its distal end.
Fibula
These are the four primary movements the ankle joint is capable of
dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, inversion, and eversion
This is the most common type of ankle sprain, often resulting in lateral ligament injury.
Inversion sprain
This general term refers to any type of pain in the anterior or medial aspect of the lower leg.
shin splints
This type of exercise is specifically used to improve neuromuscular control to prevent ankle injuries.
Balance
Named after an ancient Greek warrior, it is the largest tendon in the human body.
Achilles tendon
The Gastrocnemius and Soleus muscles both perform this action at the ankle.
plantarflexion
This is considered the weakest lateral ligament of the ankle.
anterior talofibular ligament (ATF)
Stepping into a hole and forcing the ankle into sudden dorsiflexion typically involves this ligament.
anterior tibiofibular ligament
Close proximity of the shin to the surface of the skin makes this bone especially susceptible to contusions
tibia
This is the number of separate compartments in the lower leg containing muscles, vessels, and nerves.
4
This is the primary function of the tibialis posterior muscle.
inversion
An eversion ankle sprain is most likely to involve a tear of this specific medial ligament.
deltoid ligament
This is the most likely mechanism of injury for a rupture of the Achilles tendon.
dorsiflexion
Beyond exercise, selecting the proper these can help prevent many common ankle injuries.
footwear
This specific joint is where inversion and eversion occur.
Subtalar
The lateral compartment of the leg contains muscles that perform this specific action.
eversion
This grade of ankle sprain is characterized specifically by the mild stretching of ligamentous fibers.
Grade 1
This condition is marked by pain in the anterior lower leg and is often linked to overuse in running and jumping.
Chronic Compartment syndrome
A positive Thomspon test would indicate this injury
Achilles tendon rupture
This bone's distal end forms the medial malleolus
tibia
Inflammation of the posterior tibialis and the flexor muscles of the toes is typically attributed to this condition.
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
A Grade 3 inversion sprain is often associated with this severe lateral trauma.
total rupture of the lateral ligaments
This specific type of fracture usually occurs during activity and continues or increases when the activity stops.
Stress Fracture
A positive anterior drawer test for the ankle would indicate an injury to this ligament
Anterior Talofibular Ligament