Metatarsal

usgb/ˌmetəˈtɑːrsl/
noun

One of the five long bones in the foot, located between the toes and the ankle.

She fractured her metatarsal during the soccer game.
Visual representation of "metatarsal" - One of the five long bones in the foot, located between the toes and the ankle.

Often appears as...

  • fractured metatarsal
  • metatarsal bone

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Anatomy Focus

Understand metatarsals as specific foot bones, crucial for movement. They're not just any bone.

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The x-ray showed her second metatarsal was broken.
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Injury Context

Often mentioned in sports or accidents where foot injuries are common.

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The player sustained a metatarsal fracture during the match.
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Medical Jargon

Commonly used by healthcare professionals, it may be less familiar in everyday conversation.

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The podiatrist diagnosed her with a fourth metatarsal stress fracture.
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