Metatarsal bone

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Metatarsal Bone

The Metatarsal bones (pronunciation: /ˌmetəˈtɑːrsəl/) are a group of five long bones in the foot, located between the tarsal bones of the hind- and mid-foot and the phalanges of the toes.

Etymology

The term "metatarsal" is derived from the Greek words "meta," meaning after, and "tarsos," meaning flat surface. Thus, the term refers to the bones that are "after" or "beyond" the tarsal bones in the foot.

Anatomy

The metatarsal bones are numbered from the medial side (the side of the big toe): the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth metatarsal. Each metatarsal bone is made up of a base, a shaft, a neck, and a head. The base is the part of the bone that is closest to the ankle, and the head is the part of the bone that is closest to the toe.

Related Terms

  • Metatarsalgia: This is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot, often caused by wearing shoes that are too tight, high impact activities, or carrying excess weight.
  • Metatarsal Fractures: These are common injuries that can occur to one or more of the metatarsal bones.
  • Metatarsus Adductus: This is a common foot deformity noted at birth that causes the front half of the foot, or forefoot, to turn inward.

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