Intermetatarsal joints

Looks like

Small flat joints between the bases of the second to fifth metatarsals.

What it does

Allow slight gliding so the forefoot can adapt to the ground.

Keeping it well

Of little clinical importance on their own.

Its parts

• Intersesamoid ligament

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• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Gout
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• Lyme disease
• Lymphatic filariasis (elephantiasis)
• Lymphoedema
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• Osteoarthritis
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• Rheumatoid arthritis
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