What is Metacarpophalangeal joint?
{{Infobox anatomy | Name = Metacarpophalangeal joint | Image = Grant 1962 104 MCP.png | Caption = The palme side of the hand showing the bones and joints spread out. MCP joints in red. | Width = 250 | Image2 = Gray337.png | Width2 = 120 | System = 099 }} The '''metacarpophalangeal joints''' ('''MCP''') are between the bones in the hand at the palm called metacarpals, and the first finger bones called proximal phalanges. The palm bones have rounded ends, and the finger bone ends are shaped like caves. This helps the two bones fit together like a puzzle. ==Structure== ===Ligaments=== {{See also|Palmar plate}} [[Image:Gray338.png|thumb|150px|MCP joint movements, bottom of hand view.]] [[Category:Limbs and extremities]]