Functional anatomy of the hand
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https://doi.org/10.15574/PP.2024.4(100).131139Keywords:
functional anatomy, hand, upper extremity, humanAbstract
The last war years led to a significant increase in interest in the anatomy and surgery of the hand and fingers, which became the object of a separate scientific specialization. The study of the anatomy of the hand and fingers has evolved into a functional anatomy focused on every day and professional activities. Modern hand anatomy is important both for understanding normal function and for treatment and recovery from traumatic injuries.
Аim - analyze and summarize modern data on the functional capabilities of the hand.
The analysis of patterns of functioning of the upper extremities becomes extremely important in the context of training surgeons and orthopedists. Prosthetics of the hands have a significant potential for success, especially if based on a deep understanding of their functional anatomy. Knowing the anatomy of the hand allows you to design and adjust prostheses in such a way that they reproduce natural movements and functions as much as possible. The important role of the thumb in providing support and mobility of the other fingers when grasping objects is noted, which is emphasized as an important feature of the anatomy of the human hand. The process of opposing the thumb to other fingers is described, which allows a person to control the taken objects according to his intentions. It is noted that the absence or incomplete development of any element of movement limits the possibilities of grasping and work of the hand.
Conclusions. А deep understanding of the functional anatomy of the hand contributes to the improvement of prosthetic technologies to significantly improve the lives of patients after various types of traumatic injuries.
No conflict of interests was declared by the authors.
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