Tibia – lateral condyle

Anatomy

Swelling on outside of upper extremity, articulates with head of fibula, gives attachment to iliotibial band/tract.

Clinical

Knee joint allows flexion, extension and small amount lateral and medial rotation.

Vignette

Tibia is 2nd longest behind femur, and is the weightbearing bone of the leg. .

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