title: The anatomy and pathophysiology of the wrist.
abstract: A basic knowledge of the anatomy and the interrelationships of the structures that make up the joint is a prerequisite for understanding the pathomechanics of the wrist. In the paper, the anatomy (especially including carpal ligaments) and the mechanics of wrist movements, also under load, are described. The features of the common wrist disorders that occur as a result of injury are also explained.
authors.affiliation: St John`s Hospital, Livingston, United Kingdom.
authors.forename: Geoffrey
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Hooper