What does "Proximal phalanx" 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.
"Proximal phalanx" refers to the bone that is closest to the hand or foot in each finger or toe. In simpler terms, if you look at your fingers or toes, each one has three small bones, except for the thumb and big toe, which have two. The proximal phalanx is the bone that is closest to where your finger or toe attaches to the rest of your hand or foot.
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