Intermediate phalanges

Intermediate phalanges
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Intermediate phalanges are bones found in the limbs of most vertebrates. In humans, they are the bones of the finger and toe which lie in the middle, between the two wrinkly joints. The thumb and big toe do not have intermediate phalanges. In most other vertebrates, they have a corresponding place in their limbs, whether they be paw, wing, hoof or fin.

The intermediate phalanx is not only intermediate in location, but is also usually intermediate in size among the other phalanges ("finger" bones).

See also

v · d · eBones of upper limbs (TA A02.4, GA 2.200–230)
Pectoral girdle,
clavicle
Scapula
Humerus
Forearm
Hand

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