The lower legs consist of the Tibia and the Fibula. These two bones run parallel and are connected by an Interosseous Membrane. They also articulate with each other.

Tibia (Shin-bone)

The Tibia articulates with the Femur (upper leg) and the Talus (Ankle). This bone carries all the body’s weight. It is the main bone of the lower leg and can be found on the more medial side of the leg.

Fibula

The Lateral Malleolus articulates with the Talus and forms the lateral ankle bulge.

B. Distal Tibiofibular Joint

A fibrous joint between the Tibia and the Fibula, that can be found towards the bottom of the lower leg. This joint allows very little movement.

C. Fibula

The Fibula is a stick-like bone that can be found toward the outside of the lower leg. It articulates with the Tibia at both ends and acts as a stabilizer for the ankle joint.

D. Interosseous Membrane

A flexible membrane that connects the Tibia and Fibula. 

E. Proximal Tibiofibular Joint

A fibrous joint between the Tibia and the Fibula, that can be found towards the top of the lower leg. This joint allows very little movement.

F. Head of Fibular

Found at the top of the Fibular, it articulates with the Tibia.

G. Lateral Condyle

Found at the top of the Femur, on the Fibula side. It articulates with the Femur.

H. Intercondylar Eminence

The partition between the two Tibial Condyles

I. Medial Condyle

Found at the top of the Femur. It articulates with the Femur.

J. Tibial Tuberosity

The Tibial Tuberosity is located at the top, front of the Tibia. It has a rough surface and provides the attachment point for the Patellar Ligament.

K. Anterior Crest

The Anterior Crest is the ridge you can feel down the front of your shin.

L. Tibia

The Tibia is the largest bone of the lower leg and is also known as the 'shin-bone'. It articulates with the Talus, Fibula, and Femur.

M. Medial Malleolus

The Medial Malleolus is the projection found at the bottom of the Tibia, that forms the inner bulge of the ankle.