Body of phalanx of foot
Corpus phalangis pedis
- Synonym: Shaft of phalanx of foot
- Related terms: Shaft of phalanx; Body of phalanx
Definition
The body of phalanx is the main part, between the base and the head. It is is compressed from side to side, convex above, concave below.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
