Hand and Wrist Anatomy and Biomechanics A Comprehensive Guide

There is a saying that "hand surgery without a tourniquet is like repairing a clock in a barrel full of dark ink." Operating without a sound fundamental knowledge of anatomy can be compared to "stirring around in the soup." Classic anatomy instruction covers only a fraction of the area of hand surgery: bones, muscles/ligaments, vessels, and nerves. The many different connective-tissue structures are often only briefly highlighted. The complex interaction of the various structures remains a mystery to most. This book presents the specialty of applied anatomy and is intended for medical professionals involved with the hand and its functionality: hand surgeons, trauma specialists, orthopaedists, plastic surgeons, occupational therapists, and physio-therapists.

Key Features:

• Almost 150 illustrations, anatomical drawings, and photos of anatomy in vivo.
• Up-to-date information on clinical aspects such as diseases, their causes, and their treatment.
• Part 1 deals with the anatomy and functional anatomy of the hand
• Part 2 is dedicated to the surface anatomy of the structures of the forearm, wrist, and hand

Book Information
ISBN 9783132053410
Author Bernhard Hirt
Format Hardback
Page Count 120
Imprint Thieme Publishing Group
Publisher Thieme Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 454g