What is another word for Malleolus?

Pronunciation: [mˌalɪˈə͡ʊləs] (IPA)

Malleolus refers to the bony parts on the sides of the ankle joint. There are two malleoli, the medial malleolus on the inner side of the ankle and the lateral malleolus on the outer side of the ankle. Some synonymous terms used to refer to these bony protrusions are ankle bone, ankle malleolus, and ankle bump. In anatomy or medical terminology, the malleolus can be specifically identified as the medial or lateral malleolus as well. The function of the malleoli is to provide stability and protection to the ankle joint during movement, making any injury to these bones potentially serious.

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Usage examples for Malleolus

Punctures were on the left ankle, over the outer Malleolus.
"On Snake-Poison: its Action and its Antidote"
A. Mueller
On placing the pelvis as square as possible, and comparing the measurements of the limbs from the anterior superior spine to the medial Malleolus, shortening of the injured limb to the extent of from 1 to 3 inches may be found.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson
The normal outline of the foot in relation to the leg is restored when the ball of the great toe, the medial Malleolus, and the medial edge of the patella are in the same vertical plane.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson

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