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Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy
Published in: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 3/2006

01-03-2006 | Knee

Anatomy of the proximal tibiofibular joint

Authors: J. D. Espregueira-Mendes, M. Vieira da Silva

Published in: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy | Issue 3/2006

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Abstract

This paper describes the anatomy and function of the proximal tibiofibular joint (PTFJ). The physical dimensions of the joint and the topology of the articular surfaces are described. It is noted that the inclination of the joint is variable, and that joints with a steeper slope away from the transverse plane are less mobile. The ligamentous and tendinous attachments are described. Finally, the histological features of the articular surfaces are presented. The clinical importance of the anatomical features is discussed.
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Metadata
Title
Anatomy of the proximal tibiofibular joint
Authors
J. D. Espregueira-Mendes
M. Vieira da Silva
Publication date
01-03-2006
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy / Issue 3/2006
Print ISSN: 0942-2056
Electronic ISSN: 1433-7347
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00167-005-0684-z

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