Anatomy
Attaches from the posteromedial side of the lateral malleolus, above the malleolus fossa. It travels obliquely downwards and posteriorly to attach to a tubercle on the lateral surface of the calcaneus.
Functions
Supplies support and stability to the talocural (ankle) joint.
Clinical
The lateral ligaments of the ankle are the most commonly strained. The ligaments are very strong and tend to pull the bone off their attachment rather than break.
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