Ankle
Saphenous nerve at the ankle
The saphenous nerve region near the great saphenous vein and medial malleolus.
Teaching video coming soon.
A dedicated lesson is planned for this reference. In the meantime, explore the anatomy and original poster below.
Saphenous nerve at the ankle · Block GuRU teaching seriesStart with the anatomy.
The saphenous nerve region near the great saphenous vein and medial malleolus.

Reference panel from the original Ankle poster. View the full PDF for labels and context.
- Reference focus
- Saphenous nerve
- Key anatomy
- Great saphenous vein and medial malleolus.
- Clinical context
- Coverage of the medial ankle and foot as part of an ankle block.
- Consideration
- The saphenous nerve is separate from the sciatic-derived nerves of the ankle.
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