Bone
Talus
Ankle bone transmitting body weight
High-yield
No muscles attach to the talus; it transmits weight from the leg to the foot. Retrograde blood supply risks avascular necrosis.
Overview
The tarsal bone that receives the weight of the body from the tibia and transmits it to the foot; it has no muscular attachments.
Reference facts
- Bone type
- Short (tarsal)
- Key landmarks
- Trochlea (body); Head; Neck; Posterior process
- Articulations
- Tibia and fibula (ankle joint); Calcaneus (subtalar joint); Navicular
Frequently asked questions
What type of bone is the talus?
The talus is a short (tarsal) bone.
What does the talus articulate with?
The talus articulates with the tibia and fibula (ankle joint); Calcaneus (subtalar joint); Navicular.
What are the key landmarks of the talus?
Key landmarks of the talus include the trochlea (body); Head; Neck; Posterior process.