Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (10th Edition)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (10th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321928610
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 13CP
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To determine:

Why fracture of fibula bone causes difficulty in walking.

Introduction:

The fibula is one of the two bones that form the leg. It runs parallel to the tibia bone. Anatomically, it is present lateral to the tibia. It is a slender bone that does not bear the body’s weight.

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