calcaneus

Thân thiện

The calcaneus supports the heel of a person standing on one foot.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The largest tarsal bone; the heel bone: The "calcaneus" is the large, quadrangular bone at the back of the foot that forms the foundation of the heel.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • A fracture of the calcaneus is a serious and complex injury.
  • The Achilles tendon inserts into the posterior part of the calcaneus.

Advanced Usage

• Anatomical context: The term is used precisely in medical, anatomical, and biomechanical fields to describe the structure, injuries, or surgical procedures related to this specific bone.
  • The study focused on the load-bearing mechanics of the calcaneus.

Variants and Related Words

• Calcaneal (adj): Pertaining to the calcaneus.
  • The patient has calcaneal bursitis.

Synonyms

• Heel bone: The common non-technical synonym.
• Os calcis: An older Latin term used in some medical contexts.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the largest tarsal bone; forms the human heel

Từ đồng nghĩa

• heelbone
• os tarsi fibulare