Toe
Toe
Toe (/toʊ/), from the Old English tā, is a part of the foot used by humans for walking, running, and balancing.
Anatomy
The human foot has five toes: the big toe, second toe, third toe, fourth toe, and fifth toe. Each toe, except the big toe, has three phalanx bones (proximal, middle, and distal) and two joints. The big toe has only two phalanx bones and one joint.
Function
Toes play a crucial role in maintaining balance while standing and walking. The big toe, in particular, helps to provide a propulsive force during gait and running.
Related Terms
- Metatarsal bones: The long bones in the foot to which the toes (phalanges) are attached.
- Bunion: A bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.
- Hammer toe: A deformity where a toe bends downward like a claw.
- Morton's neuroma: A condition that affects the ball of your foot, most commonly the area between your third and fourth toes.
Etymology
The word "toe" comes from the Old English tā, which has cognates in other Germanic languages, including Dutch teen and German Zeh.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Toe
- Wikipedia's article - Toe
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