The fibula is the bone that runs from your knee to your ankle.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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The Lower Leg Bones: Your lower leg consists of two bones: the tibia (shinbone) and the fibula.
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The Fibula's Role: The fibula is the thinner and smaller of the two bones. It runs parallel to the tibia and is located on the outside (lateral side) of your lower leg.
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Fibula's Location: It extends from just below your knee joint down to your ankle joint.
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Important Note: While the fibula provides stability and serves as an attachment point for muscles, it is not a major weight-bearing bone in the leg. The tibia carries most of your body weight.
Therefore, to reiterate, the bone connecting your knee to your ankle on the outside of your lower leg is the fibula.
