Glossary
 Metacarpophalangeal Joint
Metacarpophalangeal Joint

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Metacarpophalangeal Joints
Joints between metacarpal bones and proximal phalanges of the toes of the forefoot.
Abbreviated to the MCP joints.
Joins the metacarpus to the digits (toes or fingers).
Cf. metatarsophalangeal joints