Tarsal

usgb/ˈtɑːrsl/
adjective

Related to the bones in the foot and ankle.

The doctor said the patient had a tarsal fracture.
Visual representation of "tarsal" - Related to the bones in the foot and ankle.

Often appears as...

  • tarsal bones
  • tarsal joints

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Medical, Technical

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Anatomical Term

Used in medical or biological discussions pertaining to the ankle and foot.

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He's specializing in tarsal surgery.
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Specific Bones

Refers to seven specific bones in the foot, not just any foot bone.

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The tarsal region is comprised of the calcaneus, talus, and other bones.
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Medical Context

Usually comes up in medical settings like hospitals, clinics, or anatomy classes.

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During the anatomy lecture, we studied the tarsal bones' structure.
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