Anatomy
The anterior talofibular ligament attaches from anterior border of the lateral malleolus to the neck of the talus.
Functions
Part of the lateral collateral ligaments of the ankle. It provides static stability to the lateral and anterior aspect of the ankle joint.
Clinical
Most commonly injured ligament in the ankle. It tends to get injured in eversion and planter flexion of the ankle. Avulsion fractures are common in younger people when the tendon is stronger than the young bone.
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