What is another word for Interphalangeal Joint?
Pronunciation: [ˌɪntəfˈalɐnd͡ʒˌi͡əl d͡ʒˈɔ͡ɪnt] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the term "interphalangeal joint," which refers to the joints that connect the phalanges or bones of the fingers and toes. These include proximal interphalangeal joint (PIJ), located closer to the hand or foot, and distal interphalangeal joint (DIJ), located closer to the fingertip or toe tip. Another synonym is metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ), which refers to the joint connecting the metacarpal bone to the phalanges of the hand. In the foot, the equivalent joint is called the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ). Regardless of the synonym used, these joints play a critical role in hand and foot function and can be affected by various conditions such as arthritis.
