ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site foot The terminal part of the leg of humans and other vertebrates upon which the individual stands and walks. The foot is a complex structure made up of 26 bones and 33 joints that are moved by a combination of 19 muscles and 107 ligaments. The bones of the foot are arranged in three natural groups: the tarsal bones of the ankle the metatarsal bones in the middle part of the foot the phalanges of the toes. Related entry human skeleton Related category    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP