hypotarsus (Meaning)
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hypotarsus (n.)
A process on the posterior side of the tarsometatarsus of many birds; the calcaneal process.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hypotarsus
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hypotarsus Sentence Examples
- The hypotarsus, or the distal portion of the tarsus, provides support for the ankle joint.
- The hypotarsus is a complex structure consisting of several small bones.
- The calcaneus, the largest bone of the hypotarsus, forms the heel.
- The talus, another bone of the hypotarsus, articulates with the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint.
- The navicular, a small bone located between the talus and the calcaneus, helps to articulate the foot with the ankle joint.
- The cuboid, a cubic-shaped bone located at the lateral aspect of the hypotarsus, articulates with the calcaneus, navicular, and lateral cuneiform.
- The three cuneiform bones, identified as medial, intermediate, and lateral, articulate with the navicular and other bones of the hypotarsus to form the medial arch of the foot.
- The hypotarsus is connected to the metatarsal bones by the tarsometatarsal joints.
- Injuries to the hypotarsus can result in pain, swelling, and difficulty walking.
- Imaging studies, such as X-rays or CT scans, can assist in diagnosing injuries of the hypotarsus.
FAQs About the word hypotarsus
A process on the posterior side of the tarsometatarsus of many birds; the calcaneal process.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The hypotarsus, or the distal portion of the tarsus, provides support for the ankle joint.
The hypotarsus is a complex structure consisting of several small bones.
The calcaneus, the largest bone of the hypotarsus, forms the heel.
The talus, another bone of the hypotarsus, articulates with the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint.
