Medial plantar aspect of the metatarsal head

What does "Medial plantar aspect of the metatarsal head" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "medial plantar aspect of the metatarsal head" refers to a specific part of the foot. The "medial" part means it's on the side of the foot that's closer to the body's midline, or the inside of the foot. The "plantar aspect" is the bottom or sole of the foot. The "metatarsal head" is the rounded end of the long bones in the middle of the foot. So, this term refers to the bottom, inside part of the rounded ends of the middle foot bones.

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