by admin | Jul 6, 2022 | Bone
The Fifth Metatarsal Bone (os metatarsale V) is recognized by a rough eminence, the tuberosity, on the lateral side of its base. The base articulates behind, by a triangular surface cut obliquely in a transverse direction, with the cuboid; and medially, with the...
by admin | Jul 6, 2022 | Bone
The Third Metatarsal Bone (os metatarsale III) articulates proximally, by means of a triangular smooth surface, with the third cuneiform; medially, by two facets, with the second metatarsal; and laterally, by a single facet, with the fourth metatarsal. This last facet...
by admin | Jul 5, 2022 | Bone
The First Cuneiform Bone (os cuneiform primum; internal cuneiform) is the largest of the three cuneiforms. It is situated at the medial side of the foot, between the navicular behind and the base of the first metatarsal in front. Surfaces The medial surface is...
by admin | Jul 5, 2022 | Bone
The Second Cuneiform Bone (os cuneiforme secundum; middle cuneiform), the smallest of the three, is of very regular wedge-like form, the thin end being directed downward. It is situated between the other two cuneiforms, and articulates with the navicular behind, and...
by admin | Jul 5, 2022 | Bone
The Cuboid Bone (os cuboideum) is placed on the lateral side of the foot, in front of the calcaneus, and behind the fourth and fifth metatarsal bones. It is of a pyramidal shape, its base being directed medialward. Surfaces The dorsal surface, directed upward and...
