[Function of fibula in stability of ankle joint].

OBJECTIVE

To summarize the function of fibula in stability of ankle joints.

METHODS

Recent original articles were extensively reviewed, which were related to the physiological function and biomechanical properties of fibula, the influence of fibular fracture on stability of ankle joints and mechanism of osteoarthritis of ankle joints.

RESULTS

The fibula had the function of weight-bearing; and it was generally agreed that discontinued fibula could lead to intra-articular disorder of ankle joint in children; but there were various viewpoints regarding the influence of fibular fracture on the ankle joint in adults.

CONCLUSION

Fibula may play an important role in stability of ankle joint.