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cuneiform bone

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The cuneiform bone is one of the seven tarsal bones in the human ankle. Tarsal bones are short, angular bones that form the ankle and heel. The cuneiforms, along with the cuboid bone, are located below the talus (the bone that forms the ankle joint) and above the metatarsal bones. These bones are tightly bound by ligaments and form a strong weight-bearing platform for the foot. The cuboid and cuneiform bones connect to the metatarsals, forming a joint that is nearly immovable. The term "cuneiform" can also refer to a wedge-shaped part, specifically a cuneiform bone or cartilage.12

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