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35285. Anatomical terminology. [ edit on Wikidata] The interphalangeal joints of the hand are the hinge joints between the phalanges of the fingers that provide flexion towards the palm of the hand . There are two sets in each finger (except in the thumb, which has only one joint):
- articulationes interphalangeae manus, articulationes digitorum manus
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Oct 30, 2023 · The interphalangeal joints of the hand are synovial hinge joints that span between the proximal, middle, and distal phalanges of the hand. In digits 2-5 these joints can be further classified based on which bones are involved.
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- Synovial hinge joint; uniaxial
- Proper palmar digital nerves
Anatomy. There are two sets in each finger (except in the thumb, which has only one joint) Proximal interphalangeal joints" (PIJ or PIPJ), those between the first (also called proximal) Distal interphalangeal joints" (DIJ or DIPJ), those between the second (intermediate) third (distal) phalanges.
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A complete understanding of the normal anatomy and biomechanics of the proximal interphalangeal joint is critical when treating pathology of the joint as well as in the design of new reconstructive treatments. The osseous anatomy dictates the principles of motion at the proximal interphalangeal joint. Subsequently, the joint is stabilized ...
- Eric Quan Pang, Jeffrey Yao
- 2018
The articulations are: interphalangeal articulations of hand (the hinge joints between the bones of the digits) metacarpophalangeal joints (where the digits meet the palm) intercarpal articulations (where the palm meets the wrist) wrist (may also be viewed as belonging to the forearm). Arches Arches of the hand Red: one of the oblique arches
May 4, 2022 · 43 Pang EQ, Yao J. Anatomy and biomechanics of the finger proximal interphalangeal joint.. Hand Clin 2018; 34 (2) 121-126 PubMed 29625632 ; 44 Pastrana MJ, Zaidenberg EE, Palumbo D, Cesca FJ, Zaidenberg CR. Innervation of the proximal interphalangeal joint. An anatomical study.. J Hand Surg Am 2019; 44 (5) 422.e1-422.e5 PubMed 30172449
Apr 14, 2014 · Medically reviewed by the Healthline Medical Network — By The Healthline Editorial Team — Updated on January 24, 2018. The collateral ligament of interphalangeal articulations of hand are...
