Palmar carpometacarpal ligaments
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The palmar carpometacarpal ligaments (or volar) have a somewhat similar arrangement to the dorsal carpometacarpal ligaments
, with the exception of those of the third metacarpal, which are three in number:
Dorsal carpometacarpal ligaments
The dorsal carpometacarpal ligaments, the strongest and most distinct carpometacarpal ligaments, connect the carpal and metacarpal bones on their dorsal surfaces....
, with the exception of those of the third metacarpal, which are three in number:
- a lateral one from the greater multangular, situated superficial to the sheath of the tendon of the Flexor carpi radialis;
- and intermediate one from the capitate;
- and a medial one from the hamate.