| Classification and
Articular surfaces: |
Synovial joint of the tenon-mortise variety. Functionally hinge. |
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| Articular
surfaces: |
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- Inferior surface of the tibia
- Medial surface of lateral malleolus
- Lateral surface of the medial malleolus
- Trochlear and malleolar surfaces of talus
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| Capsule
Features: |
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• Thin anteriorly and posteriorly
• Capsular attachments-
- Articular margins of bones
- On anterior surface of part of talus
- Posterior tibiofibular
ligament
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| Synovial
membrane: |
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- Lines
the internal surface of fibrous capsule
- Separated from anterior and posterior parts of capsule by fat pads
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