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Hand
Biomechanics
And
examination
Dr/ Mohamed Saad Salem
An STH Plastic Surgery Resident, Egypt
The Agenda
Introduction and definitions
Notes on the components of movement
Stabilizing structures
Biomechanics as practically applied
Miscellaneous and review
The Objects
Introduction
Components of
movement
Biomechanics
Stabilizing
structures
Review
1 2 4 5
Importance of hand
-As a complex
grasping organ
-As a tactile organ
-Communication
Contents Contents
-Carpus
-Wrist ligaments
-Tendons
-Ligaments of CMC
-Ligaments of MCP
-Ligaments of IPs
Contents
- Definitions
- Arthrokinematics
- Osteokinematics
- Degrees of
freedom
- Stabilization
Contents
Holding the whole
subject as one
clinically oriented
unit
Contents
3
- Muscles
- Tendons
- Joints
- Spatial movement
‫الرحيم‬ ‫الرحمن‬ ‫هللا‬ ‫بسم‬
Introduction
H A N D
The hand as one of the
most complex organs
Humans are distinct from other primates by the
miraculous structure of the hand.
With its 27 degrees of freedom and its opposing thumb, the
hand is a highly developed and complex grasping organ
This enables a wide range of movement combinations while
simultaneously allowing adaptation of force, speed, and
facileness.
Moreover, the hand also features a highly specific sensory
and tactile organ that human beings use to perceive and
assess themselves and their surroundings. Owing to its
capacity for making gestures, the hand plays an important
role in interpersonal communication
27
Degrees of freedom
between the carpals and radius (3
DOF)
wrist (6 DOF)
Finger (4 DOF): each finger has 2
interphalangeal joints (2 DOF)
Fingers IPs
1-IP joint flexion/extension (1 DOF)
2-MCP flexion/extension and
abduction/adduction (2 DOF)
3- CMC (2 DOF)
Thumb (5DOF)
Hand can be moved in all planes of 3D
space (ie up/down, side to side,
forward/backward - 3 DOF)
Translation of the wrist
flexion/extension
abduction/adduction (2 DOF)
Fingers MCPs
The Hand Biomechanics
Power grasp position, the
fingers are flexed and the
thumb is flexed and opposed
The hook grip requires
finger flexion at the IP joints
and extension at the MCP
joints
Key pinch maneuvering
the thumb is adducted to the
radial aspect of the index
finger’s middle phalanx
otherwise known as the
terminal pinch
The precision pinch
The chuck grip, directional
grip, allows the index finger,
long finger, and thumb to
come together to envelop a
cylindrical object
06
05
04
03
02
01
otherwise known as the
subterminal pinch
The oppositional pinch
The span grasp maneuver is when
the DIP and (PIP) joints flex to
approximately 30° and the
thumb is palmarly abducted
07
Biomechanics of the Hand
Scott F.M. Duncan, MD, MPH, MBAa,*, Caitlin E. Saracevicb,Ryosuke Kakinoki, MD, PhD
Another example of ‘ How complex the biomechanical motion of the hand’ can be.
Interpersonal communication
Finger and hand gestures
Sign language
Sports, arts and games
Sensation and tactile
stimulation
In total, there are 27 bones with 36 articulations and 39
activemuscles.
H A N D
1- Bouchard's and Heberden's Nodes.
2- Clubbing: Angle between nail plate and proximal nail fold
greater than 180 degrees.
3- Quitter's Nail Nicotine stained distally, but not proximally
with clear line of demarcation.
4- Splinter Hemorrhages: Nonspecific finding associated with
subacute bacterial endocarditis and scleroderma.
5- Down's syndrome Single palmar crease (Simian crease).
What would the hand tell
about the general state?
1
2
3
4
5
Definitions
Biomechanics
Biomechanics is the study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical
aspects of biological systems
In regard to biomechanical motion, the hand has 7
maneuvers that make up most hand functions
?
are the biomechanics
so important
Hand examination
Approach
Flap choice
Tendon repair
Why
What are the components
of movement ?
A- Motor……………………………………...Muscle
B- Transmission agent……………………Tendon
C- Machine…………………………...………..Joint
D- Extraneous forces…movement in the space
It is the same as a machine:
Components
Of
Movement
Flexors
Muscles of the Thumb CMC
EXTENSORS
Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle
Flexor carpi radialis
Flexor digitorum superficialis muscle
Flexor digitorum profundus muscle
The extensor digitorum communis
The proper extensor indicis muscle
The proper extensor digiti minimi muscle
LATER, THEY WILL BE DISCUSSED IN
MORE DETAILS
NOTES ON THE MUSCLES
Flexors
Flexor carpi ulnaris and radialis
EXTENSORs
Extrinsic muscles of the fingers
THUMB
Extrinsic dorsal muscles of the thumb
THUMB
Intrinsic thumb muscles.
Considerations in the muscle
Tension – Length equation !
Considerations in the muscle
Tension – Length equation !
Practically, what is the benefit ?
To choose the muscle with the same excursion
Ex. It is better for ECRL to replace the finger flexors then the FCU
1
Considerations in the muscle
Tension – Length equation !
Maximal contraction occurs
when at resting length.
With radial palsy, flexors power will be weak
When transferring muscle, keep at resting length.
2
Tendon sheath
Palmar Tendon Compartments
Dorsal tendon compartments
Fibrous sheath
Synovial sheath
Function
• First and second tendon compartments
• Third Dorsal Tendon Compartment
• Fourth compartment
• Fifth compartment , sixth
• First
• Second
• Third
Carpal Tunnel, Ulnar Tunnel
NOTES on both
NOTES ON THE TENDONS
FLEXOR SHEATH
Extrinsic muscles of the fingers
THE TENDON
THE TENDON
structure
Retinaculum
Palmar
aponurosis
Pulley system
Fibro-osseous
canal
External forces
Affecting forces
Moment arm and
radians
Moment arm and
radians
Moment arm and
radians
Moment arm and
radians
Moment arm and
radians
Wrist joint
MCP
CMC
IPs NOTES
NOTES ON THE JOINTs
Examination
of joints
Definitions
Arthrokinematics
Arthrokinematics is understood to mean the implementation of spatial
osteokinematic movements in a joint, meaning between two articulating joint
partners with more or less similarly curved joint surfaces.
Rolling Gliding Traction Compression
Typical arthrokinematic movements include
Definitions
Osteokinematics
describes the active and passive movements of the associated extremity in space
as an angular movement (rotation) or a movement of the bone in space without
rotation (translation)
27
Degrees of freedom
between the carpals and radius (3
DOF)
wrist (6 DOF)
Finger (4 DOF): each finger has 2
interphalangeal joints (2 DOF)
Fingers IPs
1-IP joint flexion/extension (1 DOF)
2-MCP flexion/extension and
abduction/adduction (2 DOF)
3- CMC (2 DOF)
Thumb (5DOF)
Hand can be moved in all planes of 3D
space (ie up/down, side to side,
forward/backward - 3 DOF)
Translation of the wrist
flexion/extension
abduction/adduction (2 DOF)
Fingers MCPs
Range of movement
Range of MCP
and IPs
WRIST Joint
The distal ovoid convex joint head is formed by the
scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum and is covered with
hyaline cartilage
The proximal wrist if formed of radius and ulna
measured taking the midcarpal joint into account, a direct
reciprocal relationship.
RANGE OF MOTION OF THE WRIST
This range of motion
This results in
01
02
03
04
The wrist joint is thus composed of
the radiocarpal joint,
the midcarpal joint
the CMC joint
the distal radioulnar joint
NOTES ON THE
extraneous forces
NOTES ON THE
extraneous forces
Stabilizing factors
Ligaments
There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area
16 ligaments attached to just CMC of the thumb.
Deep fascia and aponurosis
the palmar aponeurosis maintaining the arches
+ fibro-ossous canals
pulleys
Joint congruity and the tight integrity
Tendons and other structures
TFCC; triangular fibrocartilage complex
Tendons and their investing sheath
Flexor and extensor retinacula
Sesamoid bones like pisiform and the two sesamoids of the MCP of thumb
L
A
I
T
STABILITY
Stabilizing factors
WRIST Joint Stability
01
02
03
Flexor retinaculum
Extensor retinaculum
The superfacial layer
There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which
are firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers).
(1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament
(2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments
- DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS
- PROXIMAL "V" complex
- THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT
(3) THE TFCC
(4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments
(5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament
The middle layer
The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous
intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the
carpal bones into a functional unit
The deep layer
WRIST Joint Stability
01
02
03
Flexor retinaculum
Extensor retinaculum
The superfacial layer
There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are
firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers).
(1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament
(2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments
- DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS
- PROXIMAL "V" complex
- THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT
(3) THE TFCC
(4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments
(5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament
The middle layer
The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous
intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the
carpal bones into a functional unit
The deep layer
WRIST Joint Stability
01
02
03
Flexor retinaculum
Extensor retinaculum
The superfacial layer
There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are
firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers).
(1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament
(2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments
- DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS
- PROXIMAL "V" complex
- THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT
(3) THE TFCC
(4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments
(5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament
The middle layer
The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous
intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the
carpal bones into a functional unit
The deep layer
CARPUS
scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum and pisiform.
Proximal Carpal Raw
trpezium, trapezoid, capitate and hamate
Distal Carpal Raw
P
D
Humans are the only
primates who can oppose
the thumb
THE
THUMB
THE THUMB
a saddle joint, assumes the function of a ball and a
socket joint
CMC of thumb
Ovoid joint, stabilized by radial and ulnar
phlangoglenoid ligaments and collateral.
MCP of the thumb
16 ligaments are involved in stabilizing the thumb CMC joint
Ligaments of the Thumb CMC Joint
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Hand anatomy and biomechanics wrist examination.pptx

  • 1. Hand Biomechanics And examination Dr/ Mohamed Saad Salem An STH Plastic Surgery Resident, Egypt
  • 2. The Agenda Introduction and definitions Notes on the components of movement Stabilizing structures Biomechanics as practically applied Miscellaneous and review
  • 3. The Objects Introduction Components of movement Biomechanics Stabilizing structures Review 1 2 4 5 Importance of hand -As a complex grasping organ -As a tactile organ -Communication Contents Contents -Carpus -Wrist ligaments -Tendons -Ligaments of CMC -Ligaments of MCP -Ligaments of IPs Contents - Definitions - Arthrokinematics - Osteokinematics - Degrees of freedom - Stabilization Contents Holding the whole subject as one clinically oriented unit Contents 3 - Muscles - Tendons - Joints - Spatial movement
  • 5. H A N D The hand as one of the most complex organs Humans are distinct from other primates by the miraculous structure of the hand. With its 27 degrees of freedom and its opposing thumb, the hand is a highly developed and complex grasping organ This enables a wide range of movement combinations while simultaneously allowing adaptation of force, speed, and facileness. Moreover, the hand also features a highly specific sensory and tactile organ that human beings use to perceive and assess themselves and their surroundings. Owing to its capacity for making gestures, the hand plays an important role in interpersonal communication
  • 6. 27 Degrees of freedom between the carpals and radius (3 DOF) wrist (6 DOF) Finger (4 DOF): each finger has 2 interphalangeal joints (2 DOF) Fingers IPs 1-IP joint flexion/extension (1 DOF) 2-MCP flexion/extension and abduction/adduction (2 DOF) 3- CMC (2 DOF) Thumb (5DOF) Hand can be moved in all planes of 3D space (ie up/down, side to side, forward/backward - 3 DOF) Translation of the wrist flexion/extension abduction/adduction (2 DOF) Fingers MCPs
  • 7. The Hand Biomechanics Power grasp position, the fingers are flexed and the thumb is flexed and opposed The hook grip requires finger flexion at the IP joints and extension at the MCP joints Key pinch maneuvering the thumb is adducted to the radial aspect of the index finger’s middle phalanx otherwise known as the terminal pinch The precision pinch The chuck grip, directional grip, allows the index finger, long finger, and thumb to come together to envelop a cylindrical object 06 05 04 03 02 01 otherwise known as the subterminal pinch The oppositional pinch The span grasp maneuver is when the DIP and (PIP) joints flex to approximately 30° and the thumb is palmarly abducted 07 Biomechanics of the Hand Scott F.M. Duncan, MD, MPH, MBAa,*, Caitlin E. Saracevicb,Ryosuke Kakinoki, MD, PhD
  • 8. Another example of ‘ How complex the biomechanical motion of the hand’ can be. Interpersonal communication Finger and hand gestures Sign language Sports, arts and games Sensation and tactile stimulation In total, there are 27 bones with 36 articulations and 39 activemuscles.
  • 9. H A N D 1- Bouchard's and Heberden's Nodes. 2- Clubbing: Angle between nail plate and proximal nail fold greater than 180 degrees. 3- Quitter's Nail Nicotine stained distally, but not proximally with clear line of demarcation. 4- Splinter Hemorrhages: Nonspecific finding associated with subacute bacterial endocarditis and scleroderma. 5- Down's syndrome Single palmar crease (Simian crease). What would the hand tell about the general state? 1 2 3 4 5
  • 10. Definitions Biomechanics Biomechanics is the study of the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems In regard to biomechanical motion, the hand has 7 maneuvers that make up most hand functions
  • 11. ? are the biomechanics so important Hand examination Approach Flap choice Tendon repair Why
  • 12. What are the components of movement ? A- Motor……………………………………...Muscle B- Transmission agent……………………Tendon C- Machine…………………………...………..Joint D- Extraneous forces…movement in the space It is the same as a machine: Components Of Movement
  • 13. Flexors Muscles of the Thumb CMC EXTENSORS Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle Flexor carpi radialis Flexor digitorum superficialis muscle Flexor digitorum profundus muscle The extensor digitorum communis The proper extensor indicis muscle The proper extensor digiti minimi muscle LATER, THEY WILL BE DISCUSSED IN MORE DETAILS NOTES ON THE MUSCLES
  • 18. Considerations in the muscle Tension – Length equation !
  • 19. Considerations in the muscle Tension – Length equation ! Practically, what is the benefit ? To choose the muscle with the same excursion Ex. It is better for ECRL to replace the finger flexors then the FCU 1
  • 20. Considerations in the muscle Tension – Length equation ! Maximal contraction occurs when at resting length. With radial palsy, flexors power will be weak When transferring muscle, keep at resting length. 2
  • 21. Tendon sheath Palmar Tendon Compartments Dorsal tendon compartments Fibrous sheath Synovial sheath Function • First and second tendon compartments • Third Dorsal Tendon Compartment • Fourth compartment • Fifth compartment , sixth • First • Second • Third Carpal Tunnel, Ulnar Tunnel NOTES on both NOTES ON THE TENDONS
  • 32. Definitions Arthrokinematics Arthrokinematics is understood to mean the implementation of spatial osteokinematic movements in a joint, meaning between two articulating joint partners with more or less similarly curved joint surfaces. Rolling Gliding Traction Compression Typical arthrokinematic movements include
  • 33. Definitions Osteokinematics describes the active and passive movements of the associated extremity in space as an angular movement (rotation) or a movement of the bone in space without rotation (translation)
  • 34. 27 Degrees of freedom between the carpals and radius (3 DOF) wrist (6 DOF) Finger (4 DOF): each finger has 2 interphalangeal joints (2 DOF) Fingers IPs 1-IP joint flexion/extension (1 DOF) 2-MCP flexion/extension and abduction/adduction (2 DOF) 3- CMC (2 DOF) Thumb (5DOF) Hand can be moved in all planes of 3D space (ie up/down, side to side, forward/backward - 3 DOF) Translation of the wrist flexion/extension abduction/adduction (2 DOF) Fingers MCPs
  • 35. Range of movement Range of MCP and IPs
  • 36. WRIST Joint The distal ovoid convex joint head is formed by the scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum and is covered with hyaline cartilage The proximal wrist if formed of radius and ulna measured taking the midcarpal joint into account, a direct reciprocal relationship. RANGE OF MOTION OF THE WRIST This range of motion This results in 01 02 03 04 The wrist joint is thus composed of the radiocarpal joint, the midcarpal joint the CMC joint the distal radioulnar joint
  • 39. Stabilizing factors Ligaments There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area 16 ligaments attached to just CMC of the thumb. Deep fascia and aponurosis the palmar aponeurosis maintaining the arches + fibro-ossous canals pulleys Joint congruity and the tight integrity Tendons and other structures TFCC; triangular fibrocartilage complex Tendons and their investing sheath Flexor and extensor retinacula Sesamoid bones like pisiform and the two sesamoids of the MCP of thumb L A I T STABILITY
  • 41. WRIST Joint Stability 01 02 03 Flexor retinaculum Extensor retinaculum The superfacial layer There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers). (1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament (2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments - DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS - PROXIMAL "V" complex - THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT (3) THE TFCC (4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments (5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament The middle layer The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the carpal bones into a functional unit The deep layer
  • 42. WRIST Joint Stability 01 02 03 Flexor retinaculum Extensor retinaculum The superfacial layer There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers). (1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament (2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments - DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS - PROXIMAL "V" complex - THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT (3) THE TFCC (4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments (5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament The middle layer The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the carpal bones into a functional unit The deep layer
  • 43. WRIST Joint Stability 01 02 03 Flexor retinaculum Extensor retinaculum The superfacial layer There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers). (1) Radial Collateral Carpal Ligament (2) Dorsal and Palmar Radiocarpal Ligaments - DISTAL "V" LIGAMENTS - PROXIMAL "V" complex - THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT (3) THE TFCC (4) Dorsal Intercarpal Ligaments (5) Arcuate, radiate, deltoid ligament The middle layer The palmar, dorsal, and interosseous intercarpal ligaments efficiently connect the carpal bones into a functional unit The deep layer
  • 44. CARPUS scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum and pisiform. Proximal Carpal Raw trpezium, trapezoid, capitate and hamate Distal Carpal Raw P D
  • 45. Humans are the only primates who can oppose the thumb THE THUMB
  • 46. THE THUMB a saddle joint, assumes the function of a ball and a socket joint CMC of thumb Ovoid joint, stabilized by radial and ulnar phlangoglenoid ligaments and collateral. MCP of the thumb 16 ligaments are involved in stabilizing the thumb CMC joint Ligaments of the Thumb CMC Joint

Editor's Notes

  • #12: De’curvan’s syndrome Finkelstein test Intersection syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome (+ve tinnel sign) SNAC scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse Guyon's canal and ulnar nerve syndrome Sulcus ulnaris syndrome trigger finger Duyputryns contracture ??????? Approach : Shape, extension and direction of the incision. Flap choice in the reconstruction and coverage of the defects Arthrodesis and bone fixation considerations repair Flexors and range of movement Extensors sagittal band Lumbericals plus and minus ?
  • #14: Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle It is the strongest wrist flexor and is involved in ulnar deviation This area is frequently the site of compression of the ulnar nerve (“ulnar tunnel syndrome” or “Guyon’s canal syndrome”) Flexor carpi radialis The flexor pollicis longus muscle crosses over this tendon between the scaphoid and the trapezium FLEXOR DIGITORUM SUPERFICIALIS 3 HEADS between the A1 and A2 anular ligaments, (tendinous hiatus)…….(tendinous chiasm) A4 inside or outside ? FUNCTIONS IN MCP and PIP joints and provides some support for wrist flexion flexor digitorum profundus muscle This muscle flexes all three joints of the fingers, with strength increasing as wrist extension increases. It is also involved in flexion and ulnar deviation of the wrist. the extensor digitorum communis muscle inhibits the independent movements of the middle, ring, and little finger WHY ??? The proper extensor indicis muscle it brings about isolated extension of the index finger and moves it toward the middle finger The proper extensor digiti minimi muscle arises from the common origins of the extensor digitorum communis muscle and frequently extends into the extensor apparatus with two tendons THUMB 9 muscles act on the thumb CMC joint. The names of the individual muscles do not provide exact information about their specific movement behavior, however. Each movement sequence is performed by at least two muscle groups.
  • #20: FCU length is 25cm …. Fiber is 4 cm ECRL 12 cm …… fiber is 9 cm
  • #21: FCU length is 25cm …. Fiber is 4 cm ECRL 12 cm …… fiber is 9 cm
  • #22: A- Fibrous Sheath According to Schmidt and Lanz (2003), the fibrous sheath is subdivided into three parts B-Synovial Sheath The internal synovial sheath layer enables the tendon to glide unimpeded within the fibrous sheath. The synovial sheath forms a self-contained double-walled tube with an inner and outer layer. The inner layer encases the tendon, while the outer layer delineates itself from the fibrous sheath with synovial villi. The two layers, which merge and are self-contained, delimit an interstitial space the sheaths enhance the tendons’ ability to glide and protect the surrounding tissue from injuries caused by alternating flexion–extension movements. In addition to the stabilizing properties of the retinacula of the forearm for the wrist, * First tendon compartment the extensor pollicis brevis muscle can proceed in a separate tendon compartment, either completely or in part. De Quervain’s stenosing tenosynovitis, also referred to as…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. washerwoman’s sprain ………………………………….Intersection syndrome Third Ruptures of the extensor pollicis longus with fractures of the distal radius more frequently, due to screws Spontaneous ruptures with rheumatoid arthritis. If it is not possible to perform a direct, primary suture of the extensor tendon, reconstruction surgery must be performed to regain extension of the thumb in the distal joint. ……………………………………………………………………To this end, the tendon of the extensor indicis muscle is transposed onto the distal stump of the tendon of the extensor pollicis longus muscle and is placed in correct tension with subsequent suture repair Fourth Tenosynovitis does not usually occur in the fourth dorsal tendon compartment. Pathological conditions in this compartment are caused by the muscle belly of the extensor indicis muscle and are referred to as the extensor-indicis syndrome Fifth In 72% of the population, it contains two extensor digiti minimi tendon Sixth The extensor carpi ulnaris muscle with its sixth tendon compartment and its tendon sheath are part of the TFCC PALMAR TENDON COMP FIRST As a result of trauma or osteoarthritis, irritation or rupture may happen pain occurs during loading with the hand flexed. Local tenderness is generally present next to the scaphoid tubercle SECOND The medial nerve is fused with this tendon sheath by means of a mesotendon THIRD The third palmar tendon compartment serves to guide eight tendons If a finger is immobilized in extension, the other fingers can no longer be actively flexed completely in the distal joint ???? INTERTENDINEOUS CONNECTION Due to its strong muscle belly and its short fiber length of 8 cm, it is not possible to close the fingers into a fist when the wrist is flexed The tendons of the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle are located on top in a somewhat less orderly arrangement In 50% of the population, this tendon sheath communicates with the tendon sheath of the flexor pollicis longus muscle CARPAL TUNNEL is the fibro-osseous passageway It comprises a dynamic arrangement of carpal bones and ligaments that narrows during flexion and extension of the wrist During extension, the carpal tunnel is constricted due to the lunate, he pressure in the neutral position is approximately 2 mm Hg Carpal tunnel syndrome is therefore the most frequent type of peripheral compression neuropathy ULNAR TUNNEL the second most likely location for entrapment of the ulnar nerve A lesion of the ulnar nerve causes an “ulnar claw” or “claw hand” to develop common causes of ulnar tunnel syndrome are acute neural trauma (e.g., cuts, carpal fractures), chronic neural trauma (e.g., long-term use of walking aids, nonunion of the hook of hamate), inflammations (e.g., gout), intra-/perineural scars (e.g., after surgery), anatomic variants (e.g., atypical course of the abductor digit minimi muscle) 85% of all cases, entrapment of the median nerve (carpal tunnel syndrome) is caused by tenosynovitis
  • #31: This results in extension of around 80°, flexion of around 80°, radial deviation of around 15 to 25°, and ulnar deviation of around 40 to 50° from the neutral zero position for pure pronation and supination is approximately 80° to 90°–0–80° to 90°. With the contribution of the shoulder joint, this range can increase to up to 230° The wrist joint is thus composed of the radiocarpal joint, the midcarpal joint the CMC joint the distal radioulnar joint
  • #37: This results in extension of around 80°, flexion of around 80°, radial deviation of around 15 to 25°, and ulnar deviation of around 40 to 50° from the neutral zero position for pure pronation and supination is approximately 80° to 90°–0–80° to 90°. With the contribution of the shoulder joint, this range can increase to up to 230°
  • #38: This results in extension of around 80°, flexion of around 80°, radial deviation of around 15 to 25°, and ulnar deviation of around 40 to 50° from the neutral zero position for pure pronation and supination is approximately 80° to 90°–0–80° to 90°. With the contribution of the shoulder joint, this range can increase to up to 230°
  • #39: This results in extension of around 80°, flexion of around 80°, radial deviation of around 15 to 25°, and ulnar deviation of around 40 to 50° from the neutral zero position for pure pronation and supination is approximately 80° to 90°–0–80° to 90°. With the contribution of the shoulder joint, this range can increase to up to 230°
  • #40: the palmar aponeurosis contributes to maintaining the arches of the palm by resisting the forces that would flatten the palm or lift the skin when the hand grasps objects. + fibrous sheath of the tendons and fibro-ossous canals There are 33 different ligament structures in the carpal area, most of which are firmly attached to the joint capsule (capsular stabilizers) 16 ligaments attached to just CMC of the thumb. Each carpal bone is in contact with another carpal bone, more or less directly or indirectly. ( + joint congruity ) Shape of the bones Volar plates of the joints Volar, dorsal and lateral ligaments.
  • #42: ▶ Function of the palmar “distal V”. The main function of this palmar ligament complex is to hold the scaphoid in place like a hypomochlion, and to fixate and stabilize the capitate. ▶️ Function of the palmar “proximal V” ligament. involves the longitudinal transference of force between the ulna and the carpus and fixation of the proximal carpal row, especially the lunate as the most important intermediate element of movement “intercalated segment” ▶️ Function of the “dorsal V” ligaments prevent the carpus from sliding along the radial joint surface, which slopes to the ulnar side. In terms of function, it resembles an accordion, viz.
  • #44: ▶ Radioscaphocapitate ligament ▶ Arcuate ligament ▶ Scaphotrapeziotrapezoid ligament THE PROXIMAL "V" complex ▶️ Radiolunotriquetral ▶️ Ulnolunate and ulnotriquetral ligament THE DORSAL "V" LIGAMENT ▶️ Dorsal radiotriquetral ligament ▶️ Dorsal intercarpal ligament.