Structures That Compose the Ankle Joint Include ________

Question

Structures that compose the ankle joint include ________.
A) the distal articular surface of the tibia
B) the medial malleolus
C) the lateral malleolus of the fibula
D) the trochlea and lateral articular facets of the talus
E) All of the answers are correct.

Accepted Answer

All of the structures listed are part of the ankle joint. The ankle joint is a hinge joint formed by the articulation of the distal tibia, fibula, and talus bones. The distal articular surface of the tibia and the trochlea and lateral articular facets of the talus form the tibiotalar joint. The medial malleolus and the lateral malleolus of the fibula form the collateral ligament attachments of the ankle joint. Therefore, all the answers are correct.