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AN12.1-15 | Introduction to Forearm & hand
Learning Objectives
- Describe and demonstrate the muscles of the ventral forearm — their attachments, nerve supply, and actions (AN12.1)
- Identify nerves and vessels of the forearm — their origin, course, relations, branches, and termination (AN12.2)
- Describe the flexor retinaculum with its attachments (AN12.3)
- Explain the anatomical basis of carpal tunnel syndrome (AN12.4)
- Identify and describe small muscles of the hand; describe movements of the thumb and muscles involved (AN12.5, AN12.6)
- Identify and describe the course and branches of blood vessels and nerves in the hand (AN12.7)
- Describe the anatomical basis of claw hand (AN12.8)
- Identify and describe fibrous flexor sheaths, bursae, and digital synovial sheaths (AN12.9)
- Explain fascial space infections of the palm (AN12.10)
- Identify and demonstrate dorsal forearm muscles with attachments, nerve supply, and actions (AN12.11)
- Identify nerves and vessels of the back of the forearm (AN12.12)
- Describe the anatomical basis of wrist drop (AN12.13)
- Identify compartments deep to the extensor retinaculum and describe the anatomical snuffbox (AN12.14)
- Identify and describe extensor expansion (dorsal digital expansion) formation (AN12.15)
INSTRUCTIONS
This module is split into five content sections. Work through them in order — each section builds on the last. Complete the self-check questions at the end of each section before moving on. Have your dissection notes and atlas alongside this guide.
References
- Gray's Anatomy for Students (Drake et al.) — Chapter 7: Upper Limb (Textbook)
- Clinically Oriented Anatomy (Moore et al.) — Forearm, Wrist, Hand (Textbook)
- OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology 2e — Muscles of the Pectoral Girdle and Upper Limbs (CC BY 4.0) (Open Access)
- BD Chaurasia's Human Anatomy, Vol. 1 — Upper Limb (Textbook)
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