Head of the Phalanx

The heads of the phalanges are the skin-covered bony structures that are found at the tips of the fingers. They serve to support and control the functions of the fingers. The head of the phalanx is shaped like a bowl, consisting of two parts: the upper part with a rounded edge is called the “neck” and connects to the base of the finger, and the lower part is the “wall” of the head of the phalanx. The neck has a concave surface that helps keep the finger in a comfortable position when moving. The wall of the head of the phalanx extends beyond the tips of the fingers in order to support the weight of the human body. The deeper covering skin is known as the scalp.

The head of the phalanx is responsible for many functions. It supports the support and movement of the fingers: allows them to rotate, bend