Which of the following structures can be palpated just posterior to the fibular head?

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The common peroneal nerve is the only structure that can be palpated just posterior to the fibular head. The peroneus longus muscle originates near the fibular head and runs down the lateral side of the leg, but cannot be palpated at the fibular head specifically. The lateral meniscus is a structure within the knee joint and is not palpable at the fibular head. The peroneal artery runs behind the fibular head but cannot be palpated because it is a deep structure.

Which of the Following Structures Can Be Palpated Just Posterior