heelbone
Ankle's lower neighbor
The heelbone is the calcaneus, the large bone at the back of the foot that forms the heel.
It is the largest of the tarsal bones and bears the weight of the body when standing.
The Achilles tendon attaches to its rear surface, making it crucial for walking, running, and jumping.
Though *calcaneus* dominates in medical contexts, *heelbone* serves as the plain-English alternative.
talus
Ankle's main bone
plantar · metatarsus · phalanges · tibia · fibula · arch · skeleton · osseous · osteology · cartilage
orthotics
Wearable alignment devices
- insoleShoe's interior liner
- cushioningSoftening force or fall
- footbedShoe's interior platform
arch · stability · footwear · shoe · boot · sandal · sole · tread · padding · comfort