hindfoot

Backfoot

Definition Anatomically, the hindfoot corresponds to a part of the tarsal. The term “hindfoot” comes more from clinical everyday life. Here, the term is used to describe two of the tarsal bones, namely the Talus (talus bone) and the Calcaneus (heel bone) Anatomy The hindfoot consists of talus and calcaneus. The calcaneus lies on the … Backfoot

Forefoot

Synonym Antetarsus Definition The forefoot is the foremost part of the foot, it connects to the metatarsus and is formed by the five phalanges. Anatomy The forefoot is formed by: The joints between the toe joints are called interphalangeal joints. A distinction is made: The phalanges become shorter and more delicate from proximal (near the … Forefoot