Head of the metatarsal bone

Definition

The head of the metatarsal bone is the rounded distal end of one of the five metatarsal bones, which are located in the foot between the tarsal bones and the phalanges. This part of the bone connects to the toe bones and plays a crucial role in supporting body weight during walking and running.

Related terms

Phalanges:

These are small bones that form your fingers and toes, articulating with metatarsals at their heads to facilitate movement.

Tarsal bones: A group of seven articulating bones in each foot that make up part of its arch and connect with metatarsals towards their proximal ends.

Articulation:

The connection between bones that enables movement at a joint, such as where a metatarsal head meets a phalanx to allow for toe flexion