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carpal bone |
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Translations carpal bone n → Handwurzelknochen m How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Ulnar deviation theoretically increases the resultant forces exerted by the carpal bones and flexor retinaculum against the flexor tendons passing through the carpal tunnel. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, which occurs when repetitive motion inflames the wrist, causing compression of blood vessels and nerves in a tunnel formed by the carpal bones, is only one of many potential CTDs. Photographs of different movements at the wrist follow and include radiographs identifying carpal bones. |
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