Ankle
Superficial fibular nerve
The superficial fibular (peroneal) nerve as it becomes superficial in the distal leg.
Teaching video coming soon.
A dedicated lesson is planned for this reference. In the meantime, explore the anatomy and original poster below.
Superficial fibular nerve · Block GuRU teaching seriesStart with the anatomy.
The superficial fibular (peroneal) nerve as it becomes superficial in the distal leg.

Reference panel from the original Ankle poster. View the full PDF for labels and context.
- Reference focus
- Superficial fibular nerve
- Key anatomy
- Fibula and the superficial fascial layers of the distal leg.
- Clinical context
- One component of an ankle block.
- Consideration
- Branching and cutaneous coverage vary between individuals.
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