Applied Anatomy of Bones & Joints of Lower Limb

The leg bones are thick so they can support the weight of the body. The patella/ knee cap protects the knee joint and allows for more movement of the leg. Foot. There are 26 bones in the foot. The bones in the hand are similar in number but are smaller than in the foot. This is important for the fine motor skills of the hand (small movements ... ................
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