The ankle is in many ways a mechanical miracle. It is flexible
and resilient, is a good shock absorber, serves as a foundation
and propels you forward. It carries the weight of the entire
body. It can sustain huge pressure, while providing the body
with mobility, balance and support. The ankle is made up of two
joints, namely the subtular joint and the true ankle joint. The
latter is composed of three bones, the tibia (the inside portion
of the ankle), the fibula (which forms the outside portion of
the ankle), and the talus underneath. The true ankle joint makes
it possible for you to move your foot up and down and the
subtular joint makes sideways movement possible. The ends of
these bones are covered in cartilege and there are nine
different ligaments in the ankle. Together with the muscles and
tendons of the lower leg, these different parts of the ankle
make jumping, walking and running possible. The weight the ankle
carries, is precisely the reason why ankles are so susceptible
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