The Wrist Joint

Question 1

Not one single joint but…

Answer 1

Inter carpal joints and radio-carpal joints

Question 2

All hand movements have to be accompanied by movement at

Answer 2

Radio-carpal and inter-carpal joint movement

Question 3

What type of joint is the radio-carpal

Answer 3

Condyloid

Form by distal end of radius and triangular disc of fibrocartilage

Surrounded by fibrous capsule which attaches to distal ends of the radius and ulna