General Anatomy · Skeletal System · Medium

Malleolus

Meaning: Bony prominence on either side of the ankle, formed by the distal tibia medially and fibula laterally.

In practice: The Ottawa ankle rules include bone tenderness at the posterior edge of these prominences.

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