Function
The primary function of the bone is locomotion or movement along with other bones of the leg. It also bears the weight of the body while standing upright. It provides shape and support to the legs.
Disease/ Injury/ Fracture
The tibia is more likely to fracture than any other bone in the body. It can be a hairline fracture caused due to stress like running or severe fracture resulting from high impact events associated with contact sports or automobile accidents.
Shin splints or tibial stress syndrome is another type of injury. It affects athletes and is caused due to trauma and stress on the bone and tissues surrounding it. It is a less serious condition and heals on its own most of the times.
Interesting facts
The name is derived from Latin word tubia, from tuba, tube or pipe, meaning a pipe or flute.
