Tibial (adjective)

Relating to the tibia or the shank (lower leg).

Origin:

Early 19th century: from latin tibia "flute" + -al.

Examples:

1. The tibial nerve is responsible for sensation in the shin.
2. The tibial artery is a major blood vessel in the lower leg.
3. The tibial plateau is the upper surface of the tibia.
4. The tibial tuberosity is a bony prominence on the tibia.
5. The tibial muscle is one of the muscles in the lower leg.