The Hallux and Pollux are missing which phalanx? __________________. That means each foot/hand has ___ proximal, ___ middle and ___ distal phalanx. When counting the Metatarsals or Metacarpals you should always start counting at the thumb or big toe. The Medial Cuneiform is like the Hallux because it’s associated with the hallux/pollex. The Intermediate cuneiform is similar to the 2nd digit because it’s associated with the 2nd digit. The lateral cuneiform is similar to the 3rd digit, they are both associated with the 3rd digit. The 4th and 5th metatarsals, they are both associated with the 4th and 5th digit.
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- The "Hallux" refers to the big toe on the foot. - The "Pollux" refers to the thumb on the hand. - A "phalanx" (plural: phalanges) is a bone in the fingers or toes. Each finger or toe, except for the thumb/big toe, typically has three phalanges: proximal, middle, Show more…
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