KINE 1301 - The Wrist

The wrist consists of ____ carpal bones.

• 5

• 2

• 8

• 9

What is the main joint between the distal end of the radius and the scaphoid, lunate, and triquetrum?

• Radiocarpal Joint

• Distal Radioulnar Joint

• Intercarpal Joints

• Midcarpal Joint

Which joint plays a role in rotation (pronation and supination)?

• Radiocarpal Joint

• Distal Radioulnar Joint

• Intercarpal Joints

• Midcarpal Joint

Which joints allow limited motion between the carpal bones but contributes to the flexibility and stability of the wrist?

• Radiocarpal Joint

• Distal Radioulnar Joint

• Intercarpal Joints

• Midcarpal Joint

Which joint is important for thumb movements?

• Carpometacarpal (CMC) Joint

• Midcarpal Joint

• Intercarpal Joints

• Distal Radioulnar Joint

Which motion is a combination of flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction that allows the wrist to move in a circular motion?

• Flexion

• circumduction

• abduction

• adduction

What is the cause of tendinitis?

• repetitive stress or overuse

• high-impact trauma

• falls

• direct blows

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

• a tear of a ligament

• inflammation of tendons

• compression of the median nerve

• displacement of the bones

____ is crucial for a full recovery and to prevent long-term damage to the wrist.

• early diagnosis

• symptom tracking

• overuse

• swelling

What is a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?

• tingling in the hand and fingers

• deformity

• bruising

• stiffness