title: Wrist anatomy.
abstract: The multiple joints within the wrist form a complex structure capable of transmitting significant loads to the upper extremity while providing a mobile base for the precision movements of the hand. This duality is accomplished through a fine interplay between the carpal bones and an arrangement of highly specific ligamentous structures, a system loaded by balanced muscle forces.
authors.affiliation: Arthritis Management Service, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York University Medical School, New York.
authors.forename: S A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Stuchin
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000502:physiology; D009068:Movement; D014955:Wrist Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000502:physiology