Proximal interphalangeal joints

Proximal Interphalangeal Joints (PIJ) are the joints in the fingers of the hand that are closer to the wrist. They are also present in the toes of the foot. The term is often abbreviated as PIP.

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of Proximal Interphalangeal Joints is /ˈprɒksɪməl ˌɪntərfəˈlændʒɪəl dʒɔɪnts/.

Etymology

The term "Proximal Interphalangeal Joints" comes from the Latin words "proximus" meaning "nearest", "inter-" meaning "between", and "phalanx" meaning "military formation". In this context, it refers to the joint that is nearest to the body between the phalanges (bones) of the fingers or toes.

Related Terms

• Distal Interphalangeal Joints (DIP): These are the joints in the fingers or toes that are furthest from the wrist or ankle.
• Metacarpophalangeal Joints (MCP): These are the joints at the base of the fingers, where the fingers meet the hand.
• Metatarsophalangeal Joints (MTP): These are the joints at the base of the toes, where the toes meet the foot.

See Also

• Phalanges
• Hand
• Foot
• Joint

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