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Anatomy, Shoulder and Upper Limb, Wrist Joint
- Source :
- 2022 Jan.
- Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- The wrist joint also referred to as the radiocarpal joint is a condyloid synovial joint of the distal upper limb that connects and serves as a transition point between the forearm and hand. A condyloid joint is a modified ball and socket joint that allows for flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction movements.<br /> (Copyright © 2022, StatPearls Publishing LLC.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- StatPearls
- Accession number :
- 30521200