Main description:

Anatomical guide leverages exceptional dissection images to elucidate the biomechanics of the hand and upper extremity

The hand is a unique instrument that executes the commands of the brain and expresses the nuances of the mind. The Grasping Hand: Structural and Functional Anatomy of the Hand and Upper Extremity by Amit Gupta and Makoto Tamai is a state-of-the-art book that details the functions of the hand to feel, receive, gather, collect and hold, as well as the complex role that the whole upper extremity plays in enabling these actions. The anatomical structures intrinsic to these functions are detailed through illuminating cadaveric dissections and succinct text.

Organized in 5 sections and 38 chapters, the book begins with a chapter detailing the intriguing history of hand anatomy, followed by a section encompassing the structural and functional fundamentals. The third section covers general anatomy and function, with discussions of the nerves and vascularity of the upper extremity, as well as the brachial plexus. The fourth section features 26 anatomically organized chapters from the shoulder to the fingertip with anatomical and functional insights on the joints, fascia and retinacula, interosseus membrane, tendons and more. The single chapter comprising the final section covers imaging and anatomy.

Key Highlights

Pioneers in modern hand surgery share vast collective knowledge and pearls on hand and upper extremity anatomy and biomechanics
Over 1,100 exquisite, original dissections of lightly embalmed fresh cadaveric arms provide unique visual insights about underlying tissues and structures
High quality, never before published original photographs enhance understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathology

This practical resource is ideal for reviewing anatomy and biomechanics prior to performing hand, wrist, arm, elbow, and shoulder surgery, making it essential reading for orthopaedic surgeons, fellows, and hand specialists. This book is also useful for students of human anatomy, physical and occupational therapists, medical students, and anyone interested in upper extremity anatomy and function.

This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.

Contents:

Section I Prolegomena

1 The Story of Hand Anatomy

Section II Structural and Functional Fundamentals

2 Structural and Functional Anatomy of the Hand

3 Sense and Proprioception

4 Joint Senses and Proprioception

5 The Hand and the Brain

6 Structure and Function of Muscles

7 Ultrastructure of Bones and Joints

8 The Blood Vessels and Mocrocirculation

Section III General Anatomy and Function

9 Nerves of the Upper Extremity

10 The Brachial Plexus

11 Vascular Anatomy of the Upper Extremity

Section IV Regional Anatomy and Function

12 The Shoulder Joint

13 The Anatomy of the Arm

14 The Elbow Joint

15 The Forearm Fascia and the Retincula

16 Anatomy of the Forearm

17 The Interosseus Membrane

18 The Carpal Tunnel

19 The Hypothenar Area: Anatomy of the Ulnar Carpal Tunnel

20 Anatomy of the Wrist Joint

21 Vascularity of the Distal Radius and Carpus

22 Interosseous Vascularity of the Carpus

23 Function of the Wrist Joint

24 Anatomy of the Distal Radioulnar Joint

25 Function of the Distal Radioulnar Joint

26 Hand Fascia, Retinacula, and Microvacuoles

27 Thumb

28 The Flexer Tendons and the Flexor Sheath

29 The Extensor Tendons

30 The Interossei

31 Lumbricals

32 Compartments of the Hand

33 Hand Spaces

34 The Carpometacarpal Joints

35 The Metacarpophalangeal Joints

36 The Interphalangeal Joint

37 The Nail and Finger Pulp

Section V Epilegomena

38 Imaging and Anatomy