interphalangeal joint of manus

articulationes digitorum manus

The interphalangeal articulations of hand are hinge-joints of the phalanges of the hand. There are two sets (except in the thumb): 'proximal interphalangeal joints' (PIP), those between the first (also called proximal) and second (intermediate) phalanges 'distal interphalangeal joints' (DIP), those between the second and third (distal) phalanges A similar group of articulations also function in the toes.

Type Joint
Parent Structure manus joint
Latin Name articulationes digitorum manus
FMA ID 35285

Sub-structures

interphalangeal joint of manual digit 1 Joint interphalangeal joint of manual digit 2 Joint interphalangeal joint of manual digit 3 Joint interphalangeal joint of manual digit 4 Joint interphalangeal joint of manual digit 5 Joint

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the interphalangeal joint of manus?
The interphalangeal articulations of hand are hinge-joints of the phalanges of the hand. There are two sets (except in the thumb): 'proximal interphalangeal joints' (PIP), those between the first (also called proximal) and second (intermediate) phalanges 'distal interphalangeal joints' (DIP), those
What is the Latin name for the interphalangeal joint of manus?
The Latin name for the interphalangeal joint of manus is articulationes digitorum manus.

Related Structures

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