Anatomy & Contents of the Carpal Tunnel

Anatomy & Contents of the Carpal Tunnel

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The video, presented by Kevin Tolkoff, explores the anatomy of the carpal tunnel, focusing on its structure, components, and functions. It explains the transverse carpal ligament's role in forming the carpal tunnel and its importance in preventing bowstringing of flexor tendons. The video also details the contents of the carpal tunnel, including tendons and the median nerve, and provides additional insights into related anatomical features.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the video regarding the carpal tunnel?

Pathology of the carpal tunnel

Anatomy of the carpal tunnel

Surgical procedures for carpal tunnel

Exercises for carpal tunnel relief

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ligament is a part of the flexor retinaculum?

Annular ligament

Ulnar collateral ligament

Transverse carpal ligament

Radial collateral ligament

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the transverse carpal ligament in relation to the carpal arch?

It forms the floor of the carpal arch

It acts as a nerve conduit

It provides blood supply to the hand

It forms the roof of the carpal tunnel

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which muscles have attachments on the transverse carpal ligament?

Biceps brachii and triceps brachii

Quadriceps and hamstrings

Deltoid and pectoralis major

Thenar and hypothenar muscles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the transverse carpal ligament in preventing bowstringing?

It provides lubrication to the tendons

It allows tendons to bulge during flexion

It strengthens the tendons

It prevents tendons from bulging during flexion

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which nerve travels through the carpal tunnel?

Sciatic nerve

Ulnar nerve

Median nerve

Radial nerve

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the flexor carpi radialis in relation to the carpal tunnel?

It has its own separate compartment

It travels through the carpal tunnel proper

It is the only tendon in the carpal tunnel

It is not associated with the carpal tunnel