We’ll break down the anatomy and function of the upper leg, knee, lower leg, ankle, and foot. You’ll learn about the muscles, bones, and other structures of each area of the leg.

The knee is the largest and most complex joint in the body, holding together the thigh bone, shin bone, fibula (on the outer side of the shin), and kneecap.

The evolution of ankle and foot bones into different shapes and sizes helped mammals adapt and thrive after the extinction of the dinosaurs, a study suggests.

New evidence adds to a 2020 finding that dinosaurs had bone tumors and other conditions seen in modern-day vertebrates. In 2014, researchers discovered a 150-million-year-old ulna of a ...

The lower leg is a major anatomical part of the skeletal system. Together with the upper leg, it forms the lower extremity. It lies between the knee and the ankle, while the upper leg lies between ...

Tender, juicy, and packed with flavor — this Roast Bone-In Leg of Lamb with a Garlic & Herb Marinade is the perfect centerpiece for any special meal! In this recipe, we take you step-by-step ...