Synonym: DigitusThe hand has a total of five fingers (Digiti), of which the thumb (Pollex) is the first. It is followed by the index finger (index) and the middle finger (digitus medius), which is also the longest of all fingers. The fourth finger is called the ring finger (digitus anularius), followed by the so-called little … Finger
Finger middle and end joints The finger middle and end joints (Articulationes interphalangeales) connect the individual phalanges. They are hinge joints, both anatomically and functionally. Movements in one plane (flexion and extension) are therefore possible. These finger joints are also surrounded by a very taut capsule reinforced by a tendon plate. All fingers, with the … Finger middle and end joints | Finger
