What is a tibial fracture? A tibial shaft fracture occurs along the length of the bone, below the knee and above the ankle. It typically takes a major force to cause this type of broken leg. Motor vehicle collisions and sports injuries for example, are a common cause of tibial shaft fractures. #tibiafracture #tibiafracture #brokenleg #brokenlegs #orthopedics #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapy #sportsinjury #fallinjury #fracture | Precision Care Medical & Sports Performance