digital pad

acropodial pad

A thick spongy structure at the base of the autopod, centred over the flexor surfaces of the distal interphalangeal joints.

Type Joint
Parent Structure autopod pad
Latin Name acropodial pad

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the digital pad?
A thick spongy structure at the base of the autopod, centred over the flexor surfaces of the distal interphalangeal joints.
What is the Latin name for the digital pad?
The Latin name for the digital pad is acropodial pad.

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