Lower Extremity

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What are Tarsals?

Back

Tarsals are a group of seven bones in the foot that make up the ankle and the back part of the foot. They include the talus, calcaneus, navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones.

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What is the Lateral Cuneiform?

Back

The Lateral Cuneiform is one of the three cuneiform bones located in the foot, situated between the intermediate cuneiform and the cuboid.

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What is the function of the Ilium?

Back

The Ilium is the largest bone of the pelvis, providing support for the body and serving as an attachment point for muscles.

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What is the Ischium?

Back

The Ischium is one of the three bones that make up the pelvis, located at the lower and back part of the hip bone.

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What is the Fibula?

Back

The Fibula is a long, thin bone located on the lateral side of the tibia in the lower leg, providing stability to the ankle.

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What is the difference between the Tibia and Fibula?

Back

The Tibia is the larger, weight-bearing bone of the lower leg, while the Fibula is smaller and primarily serves as a support structure.

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What is the Patella?

Back

The Patella, or kneecap, is a small bone that protects the knee joint and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.

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What are Metatarsals?

Back

Metatarsals are the five long bones in the foot that connect the tarsals to the phalanges (toe bones). They play a crucial role in weight-bearing and movement.

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What is the role of the Calcaneus?

Back

The Calcaneus, or heel bone, is the largest tarsal bone and serves as the foundation for the rear part of the foot.

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What is the function of the Pelvis?

Back

The Pelvis supports the weight of the upper body when sitting and standing, and it protects the pelvic organs.