Looking beyond the image: biomechanics & anatomy of thumb function and instability KU Leuven
The modern human thumb can be seen as a hallmark of human evolution. The unique anatomy of the human thumb makes it possible to carefully manipulate tools, powerfully grasp objects and even throw items with precision. These apparent contradictory functions of the thumb, high mobility for manual dexterity vs. high stability during forceful grasping, imply that daily activities impose a high strain on a relative instable joint. This makes the ...