interdigital
- adjective
- /ˌɪntərˈdɪɡɪtəl/
- Specialized
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interdigital
- The interdigital space can become irritated if the toes are too tightly squeezed in a pair of shoes.
- interdigital fibroma
- interdigital neuroma
Examples
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Other names seen in the literature describing IPF are Morton's metatarsalgia, Morton's toe, and interdigital neuritis.
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Over the years, the scientific community has renamed Morton's neuroma to interdigital perineural fibroma (IPF).
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TABLE 2: Causative Factors Associated With Interdigital Perineural Fibroma
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Pathogenesis of Interdigital Perineural Fibroma
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TABLE 1: Etiologic Markers of Interdigital Perineural Fibroma
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The presence of more than one interdigital neuroma is rare (DiRaimondo, 1991). The occurrence of IPF in women is up to 90% (Rudicel, 1999; Schenck, 1999).
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Appreciation of the pathogenesis of interdigital perineural fibroma (also known as Morton's neuroma) will provide a better understanding of this foot malady and will assist patients and health care providers in maintaining better foot health.
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She noticed a small sore between her toes, which the doctor described as an interdigital infection.
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The physical therapist recommended exercises to improve flexibility in the interdigital joints of my fingers.
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Interdigital comes from inter- 'between' and digit 'finger', the same root as the word digit. It is used to describe the space or area 'between the fingers' or the toes.
