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APPENDICULAR

Description:
 

A group of 126 bones including the following:

  • 4 bones in the pectoral girdles, with two in both the clavicle and scapula

  • 6 in the arms, with a humerus in the forearm and a radius and ulna in the forearm

  • 54 in the wrists and hands, which include carpals in the wrist, metacarpals in the hand, and phalanges in the finger

  • 2 bones in the Pelvic Girdle or the hip

  • 8 bones in the legs, with the femur in the thigh, a fibula and tibia in the lower leg, and a patella to connect them

  • 52 bones in the ankles and feet, which include tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges.

Diseases and Conditions

Plantar Fasciitis

The tissue plantar fascia connects the heel with the toes, and overuse can lead to ligament tears. It is common in people that are physically active like dancers and athletes. 

ACL Tear

If the joint in the knee hyperextends or twists too far, it causes the ligament to tear. It is common among athletes who participate in physical contact.

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