Ankle joint: Lateral view (English)

Similarly to the medial collateral ligament, the lateral collateral ligament is a strong compound ligament that reinforces the lateral aspect of the ankle joint. The ligament has a proximal attachment on the fibula and a distal attachment on the talus and calcaneus. The lateral collateral ligament is comprised of three distinct bands: the anterior talofibular and posterior talofibular ligaments, that extend between the fibula and talus, as well as the calcaneofibular ligament, that extends between the fibula and calcaneus.