Anatomy of Tarsals, Metatarsals, Carpals, and Phalanges

These flashcards cover the anatomy of tarsals, metatarsals, carpals, and phalanges, focusing on the names, locations, and features of different bones.

What are the bones that make up the tarsals in the foot?

Navicular, Talus, Intermediate cuneiform, Medial cuneiform, Lateral cuneiform, Calcaneus, Cuboid.

What is the role of the calcaneal tuberosity?

It serves as the attachment point for the Achilles tendon.

What are the components of the phalanges in the foot?

Distal phalanges, Proximal phalanges, and Middle phalanges.

What is another name for the thumb in anatomy?

Pollex.

What carpals compose the proximal row starting from the thumb side?

Scaphoid, Lunate, Triquetrum, Pisiform.

Which carpal is located directly under the index finger?

Trapezium.

What are the five metacarpals, from thumb to little finger?

Metacarpals 1-5.

In which view is the head of the metacarpal more prominent?

Anterior view.

What bones are included in the carpal region?

Hamate, Capitate, Trapezium, Trapezoid, Scaphoid, Triquetrum, Lunate.

How many phalanges does each finger have, excluding the thumb?

Three: distal, middle, and proximal phalanges.