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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
The metatarsal bones, consisting of five long bones, are found in the foot and numbered from 1 to 5 (medially to laterally).  
The metatarsal bones, consisting of five long bones, are found in the foot and numbered medially to laterally from 1 to 5.  


== Anatomy ==
== Gross Anatomy & Structure  ==
The metatarsal bones start at the tarsus and end at the phalanges, forming two joints: tarsometatarsal joint & metatarsolphalangeal joint.
 
Each of the metatarsal bones consist of a shaft ( aka body), proximal base and a distal head.


== Osteology ==
== Osteology ==

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Introduction[edit | edit source]

The metatarsal bones, consisting of five long bones, are found in the foot and numbered medially to laterally from 1 to 5.

Gross Anatomy & Structure[edit | edit source]

The metatarsal bones start at the tarsus and end at the phalanges, forming two joints: tarsometatarsal joint & metatarsolphalangeal joint.

Each of the metatarsal bones consist of a shaft ( aka body), proximal base and a distal head.

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