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			== Short_bone ==
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'''Short bones''' are a specific type of [[bone]] that are approximately as wide as they are long. They are primarily found in the [[wrist]] and [[ankle]] areas of the body. Short bones provide stability and support as well as some limited motion.

== Structure ==

Short bones are cuboidal in shape and include the [[carpal bones]] of the wrist and the [[tarsal bones]] of the foot. They consist of a thin layer of compact, hard [[bone tissue]] that surrounds a spongy inner layer. This inner layer, also known as [[cancellous bone]], contains bone marrow.

== Function ==

The primary function of short bones is to provide support and stability with little to no movement. They also serve as a shock absorber in areas of the body where pressure is applied, such as the feet and hands.

== Clinical significance ==

Injuries to short bones, such as fractures, can be common due to their location in the body. These injuries can often be treated with immobilization and rest, but in severe cases, surgery may be required. Conditions such as [[osteoporosis]] can also affect the density and strength of short bones.

== See also ==

* [[Long bone]]
* [[Flat bone]]
* [[Irregular bone]]
* [[Sesamoid bone]]

== References ==

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[[Category:Bone]]
[[Category:Anatomy]]
[[Category:Orthopedics]]

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