Hand Anatomy eMedicine Plastics

Description: The anatomy of the hand is complex, intricate, and fascinating. Its integrity is absolutely essential for our everyday functional living. Our hands may be affected by many disorders, most commonly traumatic injury. For any physician or therapist treating hand problems, the mastery of such anatomy is fundamental in order to provide the best quality of care.
Synonyms and related keywords: hand innervation, hand bones, hand structure, hand anatomy, DIP joint, PIP joint, MCP joint, MCP, PIP, DIP, hand muscles, hand musculature, distal interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal, finger joint, wrist joint, thumb joint, thenal complex, anatomy of the hand, bones of the hand, fascia of the hand, hand fascia, hand nerves, nerves of the hand, blood supply of the hand, hand blood supply, hand artery, hand vein
Marrero et al 2007