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Ankle anatomy

The ankle is a very important joint. It allows you to walk, run, skip, jump, and shift your body weight. It stabilizes you as you move across uneven ground.

Update Date: 1/24/2006

Updated by: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team

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