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Is the bone called trapezoid in your index finger or hand?

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Trapezoid bone: The trapezoid bone is one of the 8 carpal bones of the hand.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

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Trapezium: Also called the Greater multangular is one of the carpal bones in the hand. Please see diagram. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 11/24/2014

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