Ankle Bones (Tarsal Bones): Names & Functions

Ankle bones are also known as tarsal bones.

The scientific names of ankle bones are:

- Talus - the highest tarsal bone, it forms the ankle joint with the tibia and fibula.

- Calcaneus - the largest tarsal bone, also known as the heel bone.

- Navicular bone - a small bone located on the medial side of the foot.

- Cuboid bone - a small bone located on the lateral side of the foot.

- Cuneiforms - three small bones located between the navicular and metatarsal bones.