Hand
Often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain - Carl Jung
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The Anatomy and Mechanics of the Human Hand
It is obvious to all that the human hand represents a mechanism of the most intricate fashioning and one of great complexity and utility. But beyond this it is intimately correlated with the brain, both in the evolution of the species and in the development of the individual. Hence, to a degree we "think" and "feel" with our hands, and, in turn, our hands contribute to the mental processes of thought and feeling
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Anatomy of the Hand Overview
To understand the anatomy of the hand we first must understand the anatomy of the forearm and wrist.
Hand anatomy
The human hand, the most distal part of the upper limb, is a remarkable feat of engineering and evolution. It is strong enough to allow climbers to tackle any mountain, but also sufficiently precise for the manipulation of some of the world’s smallest objects and the performance of complex actions.
Muscles of the Hand
The muscles that act on the hand can be divided into two groups: Extrinsic muscles – located in the anterior and posterior compartments of the forearm. They control crude movements and produce a forceful grip. Intrinsic muscles – located within the hand itself. They are responsible for the fine motor functions of the hand.
