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Tibia
TIBIA
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Definition

The tibia is the larger of two long bones in the lower leg (between the knee and ankle). It is sometimes called the shin bone.

See also: Long bones

Reviewer Info: Andrew L. Chen, M.D., M.S., Orthopedist, The Alpine Clinic, Littleton, NH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network., 07/25/2007