Human Health Exposure Analysis Resource

Last uploaded: July 19, 2024
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Preferred Name

metatarsophalangeal joint

Definitions
The metatarsophalangeal articulations are the joints between the metatarsal bones of the foot and the proximal bones of the toes . They are condyloid joints meaning an elliptical or rounded surface (of the metatarsal bones) come close to the shallow cavities (of the proximal phalanges). The ligaments are the plantar and two collateral.
Synonyms
metatarsophalangeal
articulationes metatarsophalangeae
metatarsal joint
metatarsalphalangeal joint
metatarsophalangeal articulation
metatarsal-phalangeal joint
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