Wrist And Hand Flashcards
What jts are included in the wrist/hand complex
Distal radioulnar Wrist complex (radiocarpal and midcarpal) Carpometacarpal Metacarpophalangeal Interphalangeal
T/F The structure and biomechanics of the wrist and hand are consistent between people
False: vary tremendously
Subtle differences in structure of the hand/wrist can….
Produce differences in the way of a given function
Describe the wrist jt (complex)
A biaxial, condyloid jt between
Radius with scaphoid, lunate and triquetrum (radiocarpal)
Scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum with trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, and hamate (midcarpal)
What are the benefits of a the 2 jt system in the wrist
Permits large ROM w less exposed articular surfaces and tighter jt capsule
Less tendency for a pinch during extremes of motion
Allows for flatter multi-jt surfaces (more capable to withstand imposed pressures)
Describe the proximal component of the radiocarpal jt
Concave surfaces of radius and adjacent art. Disc
Describe the distal component of the radiocarpal jt
Convex proximal surface of scaphoid and lunate
Describe the medial compartment of the midcarpal jt
Convex head of capitate and apex of hamate withdrawal the concave recess of scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum
Describe the lateral compartment of the midcarpal jt
Convex distal pole of the scaphoid with concave proximal trapezium and trapezoid
Though wrist ligaments are small and difficult to isolate, they are essential for
Maintaining intercarpal alignment
Transferring forces within and across carpals
The triangular Fibrocartilage complex at the wrist functions to
Bind distal ends of the ulna and radius while allowing the radius to rotate around the ulna
Reinforces ulnar side of the wrist and transfers compression force
Passive structures of the wrist jt include
Triangular fibrocartilage complex
Extensor retinaculum
Palmar carpal ligament
The extensor retinaculum prevents…
Bowstringing with active movement of the wrist
The palmar carpal ligament is analogous to
Extensor retinaculum
Carpal tunnel syndrome is when
The median nerve is compressed or mechanically stressed
Factors that contribute to CTS
overcrowding
Excessive mechanical stress
Fibrotic changes of connective tissue
Osteokinematics of the wrist jt
Flex/ext
Radial/ulnar dev
Describe the convex-concave relationship in the wrist
Convex on concave at radiocarpal and midcarpal jts
Arthrokinematics of flexion at the wrist
Anterior roll posterior glide
Arthrokinematics of ext at the wrist
Posterior roll anterior glide
Arthrokinematics of radial deviation
Lateral roll, medial glide
Arthrokinematics of ulnar dev
Medial roll lateral glide
Describe the closed packed position of the wrist
Full ext with radial dev
Describe the open packed position for the wrist
Neutral flex/ext with slight ulnar dev
Capsular pattern for the wrist
Flexion=extension, slight radial and ulnar dev
What is the main function of the wrist extensors
Position and stabilize activities that require active flexion of the digits (counterbalance wrist flexor torque)
Why does 30 degrees of wrist extension allow for max grip
This position optimizes the length-tension relationship of extrinsic finger flexors
What muscles act synergistically for oppose ulnar and radial dev during active wrist flexion
FCU and FCR