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Plantar Metatarsal Ligaments
Connective Tissue

Plantar Metatarsal Ligaments

Ligamenta metatarsea plantaria

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Structure

The plantar metatarsal ligaments are strong bands that join the plantar aspects of the bases of the second to fifth metatarsal bones. They are much stronger than their dorsal counterparts.

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Function

The plantar metatarsal ligaments help stabilize the metatarsal joints.

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