Tibial Collection

Inner ankle ligaments, artwork C013 / 4451
Inner ankle ligaments. Computer artwork of the bones and ligaments (white) of the right foot and ankle seen from the side

Total knee replacement, X-ray
Total knee replacement. X-ray of the legs of a 49-year-old patient who has had a total knee replacement (white) of the left knee (right)

Artificial knee joints in obesity, X-ray
Artificial knee joints in obesity. X-ray of the replacement knee joints of an obese patient. This is a weight-bearing view from the front

Knee ligaments, artwork
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a human knee joint, showing the bones (white) and ligaments (purple). The knee joint is formed by the articulation of the femur (thigh bone)

Knee realignment surgery, X-ray C016 / 6604
Knee alignment surgery. Coloured X-ray of the knee of a 55 year old overweightpatient that has undergone a wedge osteotomy to correct the alignment of the knee joint

Knee realignment surgery, X-ray C016 / 6601
Knee alignment surgery. Coloured X-ray of the knee of a 55 year old overweightpatient that has undergone a wedge osteotomy to correct the alignment of the knee joint

Knee realignment surgery, X-ray C016 / 6603
Knee alignment surgery. Coloured X-ray of the knee of a 55 year old overweightpatient that has undergone a wedge osteotomy to correct the alignment of the knee joint

Knee realignment surgery, X-ray C016 / 6602
Knee alignment surgery. X-ray of the knee of a 55 year old overweightpatient that has undergone a wedge osteotomy to correct the alignment of the knee joint

Knee realignment surgery, X-ray C016 / 6599
Knee alignment surgery. Coloured X-ray of the knee of a 55 year old overweightpatient that has undergone a wedge osteotomy to correct the alignment of the knee joint

Knee ligaments, artwork C013 / 4662
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a posterior view of the knee (left), showing some of the ligaments (white), membranes and other connective tissues forming this joint

Collateral knee ligaments, artwork
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a posterior view of the knee, showing some of the ligaments (white), membranes and other connective tissues forming this joint

Leg ligaments, artwork C013 / 4656
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an anterior view of a human leg, showing the muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue), nerves (yellow)

Calf muscles, artwork C013 / 4576
Calf muscles. Computer artwork of a posterior view of a set of calf muscles (red) and their attachments to the bones of the leg and foot

Calf muscles, artwork C013 / 4575
Calf muscles. Computer artwork of a side view of a set of calf muscles (red) and their attachments to the bones of the leg and foot

Thigh muscles, artwork C013 / 4568
Thigh muscles. Computer artwork of an anterior view of some of the muscles and tendons (red and white) of the thighs and their attachment to the bones of the leg

Thigh muscles, artwork C013 / 4569
Thigh muscles. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view of some of the muscles and tendons (red and white) of the thighs and their attachment to the bones of the leg

Leg muscles, artwork C013 / 4429
Leg muscles. Computer artwork of the bones and outer muscles of the left leg, seen from the front (anterior view) at an oblique angle looking downwards

Thigh hamstring muscles, artwork C013 / 4428
Thigh hamstring muscles. Computer artwork of a posterior view of two of the three hamstring muscles (red) of the thighs. The muscles are the semimembranosus (inner) and semitendinosus (outer)

Leg nerves. Historical anatomical artwork of the nerves (white) of the rear of a human lower leg. At left, the superficial (surface) nerves are seen and at right the deep nerves and muscles (red)

Osteoarthritic knee, artwork
Artwork of bones of the knee joint: femur (thigh bone, at top) and tibia (shin bone, at bottom) showing osteoarthritis stage 4

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The tibial bone plays a crucial role in the stability and movement of our lower limbs. Located on the inner side of the leg, it is connected to various ligaments that provide support and strength. One such set of ligaments are the inner ankle ligaments, which work in harmony with the tibial bone to maintain balance and prevent excessive inward rolling of the foot during activities. In medical artwork C013 / 4451, we can see a detailed representation of these inner ankle ligaments, highlighting their intricate structure and importance in maintaining joint integrity. Moving up from the ankle, we come across another significant aspect related to the tibia - total knee replacement. X-ray images reveal how this surgical procedure involves replacing damaged knee joints with artificial ones, providing relief for individuals suffering from severe arthritis or injury. Obesity can pose challenges when it comes to artificial knee joints. X-ray images demonstrate how excess weight places additional stress on these prosthetics. However, advancements in medical technology continue to improve outcomes for patients even in such cases. Knee ligaments also rely on the tibia for support and function. Artwork depicting these structures showcases their interplay with other components within our knees, ensuring stability during movements like walking or running. For those requiring realignment surgery due to misalignment or deformities affecting their knees' functionality, X-rays offer valuable insights into pre-operative assessments as well as post-operative progress monitoring. Images labeled C016 / 6604 through C016 / 6599 display different stages of knee realignment surgeries performed on patients using advanced imaging techniques. Additionally, artwork labeled C013 / 4662 focuses specifically on knee ligament anatomy while emphasizing their significance in maintaining joint stability throughout various activities. Lastly, let's not forget about collateral knee ligaments that contribute significantly to overall knee stability. Artwork dedicated solely to illustrating these structures helps us understand their location and function better within our legs' complex network of ligaments.