Head of fibula

Caput fibulae

Definition

The upper end of the fibula, known as the head of fibula, is expanded in all directions.

On its superior surface, there is an articular facet that connects with the lateral condyle of the tibia, forming the superior tibiofibular joint. The margins of the articular facet are attached to the capsule of the superior tibiofibular joint.

Located on the posterolateral aspect of the fibula’s head, there is a bony projection called the styloid process.

The head of fibula provides attachment points for the biceps femoris tendon and the fibular collateral ligament. Additionally, several muscles originating from the fibula’s shaft extend upward to reach the fibula’s head, including the extensor digitorum, peroneus longus, and soleus muscles.

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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2023 IMAIOS.

  • Standring, S. and Gray, H. (2016). ‘Chapter 80: Pelvic girdle, gluteal region and thigh’ in Gray’s anatomy The anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. (41st ed.) New York: Elsevier, pp. 1405-1406.


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