The Wrist Joint Flashcards
1
Q
Not one single joint but…
A
Inter carpal joints and radio-carpal joints
2
Q
All hand movements have to be accompanied by movement at
A
Radio-carpal and inter-carpal joint movement
3
Q
What type of joint is the radio-carpal
A
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
