Anatomy, Sesamoid Bones - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
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WEBApr 4, 2023 · A sesamoid bone is a small bone commonly found embedded within a muscle or tendon near joint surfaces, existing as focal areas of ossification and functioning as a pulley to alleviate stress on that particular muscle or tendon. Unlike standard bones, which connect via joints, sesamoid bones connect to muscles via tendons.
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