Body Anatomy: Upper Extremity Tendons | The Hand Society
WEBFDS tendons help bend the index, middle, ring, and small fingers at the middle finger joint. They are powered by a common muscle belly shared by all the fingers, which divides into 4 tendons. They travel down the forearm and within the carpal tunnel.
Anatomy of the Hand & Wrist: Bones, Muscles & Ligaments - Cleveland Clinic
WEBJun 12, 2023 · Tendons link your muscles to your bones. They’re like strong, flexible ropes. Your hand and wrist have two groups of tendons: Extensor tendons: Tendons that help you extend and straighten your fingers, hand and wrist. Flexor tendons: Tendons that help you flex and curl your fingers, hand and wrist. Hand and wrist ligaments
The Flexor Pulley System of the Hand - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBJun 7, 2020 · The flexor pulley system of the hand is a complex structure that co-ordinates flexion of the digits. It consists of: Long flexor tendons – and their associated synovial sheaths. Annular pulleys – 5 associated with each finger, 2 associated with the thumb. Cruciate pulleys – 3 associated with each finger.
Complete Guide to Finger Anatomy with Parts, Names & Diagram
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · The anatomy of fingers is a complex network of tissues comprising muscle fibers, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and blood vessels. At the heart of finger anatomy lie the phalanges, a series of small bones that provide structure.
Acute Finger Injuries: Part I. Tendons and Ligaments | AAFP
WEBMar 1, 2006 · A basic understanding of the complex anatomy of the finger and of common tendon and ligament injury mechanisms can help physicians properly diagnose and treat finger injuries.
Flexor Tendon Anatomy And Injury - Everything You Need To …
WEBMay 3, 2012 · Dr. Ebraheim’s educational animated video describes the Anatomy and Injury of the flexor tendons of the fingers. The ability to flex the fingers consists of a system of flexor muscles in the...
The Extensor Tendon Compartments of the Wrist
WEBDec 21, 2022 · The extensor tendon compartments of the wrist are six tunnels which transmit the long extensor tendons from the forearm into the hand. They are located on the posterior aspect of the wrist. Each tunnel is lined internally by a synovial sheath and separated from one another by fibrous septa.
Anatomy of the Hand and Wrist: Bones, Muscles, Tendons, …
WEBJun 29, 2021 · The tendons that run down our fingers are held in place by a series of ligaments, called pulleys, that form stable arches over tendons, forming a “tunnel-like” sheath. Normally, the tendons glide easily through the tunnel.
Hand Anatomy: Bones, muscles, arteries and nerves | Kenhub
WEBNov 13, 2023 · However, the intrinsic muscles of the hand are only partially responsible for all its range of motion. The other major contributors are actually the forearm muscles, which project tendons towards the hand via an equally complex and flexible anatomical structure, called the wrist.
Functional Anatomy of the Hand - Physiopedia
WEBHowever, even a partial recovery of hand function can positively impact independence. [1] This article discusses the key anatomical structures of the hand that enable functional movements, including the bony structures, articulations, ligaments, muscles, nerves and the vascular supply.
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