UL - Wrist

Question 1

Which movements at the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb constitute opposition?

Answer 1

Abduction, flexion and medial rotation

Question 2

Cite factors that justify the greater range of ulnar deviation as compared with radial deviation of the wrist.

Answer 2

Bony contact

Question 3

Describe the arthrokinematic pattern for Cexion at the radiocarpal joint.

Answer 3

Proximal rows of carpal bones roll in =exion and slide opposite direction