Glossary
Proximal Phalanges
The proximal of the bones of the digits.
These articulate with the metacarpals or metatarsals and the intermediate phalanges.
These articulate with the metacarpals or metatarsals and the intermediate phalanges.
Distal Phalanges
The distal of the bones of the digits.
These articulate with the intermediate phalanges.
These articulate with the intermediate phalanges.
Distal
Located away from the centre of the main body.
Digit
The distal parts of a limb, such as fingers or toes.
Intermediate Phalanges
Bones between the proximal phalanges and the distal phalanges.
Distal Phalanges
Distal bones of the digits.
Articulate with the intermediate phalanges.
Articulate with the intermediate phalanges.
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Ungual Phalanges
The distal bones of the digits. These articulate with the intermediate phalanges.
These are called ungual bones because they contain a nail or claw. (Ungual meaning something that relates to a nail, claw or hoof).
Also known as distal phalanges, terminal phalanges, and claw bones.
Cf. intermediate phalanges, proximal phalanges
