Carpal

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Carpal

Carpal (/ˈkɑːr.pəl/), from the Greek karpos meaning "wrist", is a term used in anatomy to refer to the eight small bones that make up the wrist in humans and some other animals. These bones are arranged in two rows and are important for the flexibility and movement of the wrist.

Etymology

The term carpal is derived from the Greek word karpos, which translates to "wrist". It was first used in the English language in the late 17th century.

Anatomy

The carpal bones are arranged in two rows: the proximal row and the distal row. The proximal row, closer to the forearm, includes the scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, and pisiform bones. The distal row, closer to the fingers, includes the trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, and hamate bones.

Related Terms

  • Carpal tunnel: A narrow passageway in the wrist, through which the median nerve and several tendons pass.
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome: A condition caused by pressure on the median nerve in the carpal tunnel, resulting in pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand and wrist.
  • Carpal bone fracture: A break in one of the carpal bones, often caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand.
  • Carpometacarpal joint: The joint at the base of the thumb, between the carpal bones and the first metacarpal bone.

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