Tag: hand osseous anatomy
The Human Hand Anatomy: Understanding the Metacarpus and Its Dorsal View
In the dorsal (posterior) view of the left hand shown in the image, the metacarpal bones are highlighted in yellow, clearly distinguishing them from the carpal bones above and the phalanges below. Understanding the metacarpus is fundamental for medical professionals, as it serves as a crucial connection point for numerous tendons, ligaments, and muscles that enable the complex movements and functions of the human hand.
