Structures
- Carpometacarpal joints
- Carpometacarpal ligaments (dorsal+palmar)
- Metacarpal ligaments (dorsal+palmar)
| Name | Origin | Insertion | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpometacarpal ligament (dorsal + palmar) | - Dorsal and palmar aspect of distal row of carpus | - Dorsal and palmar portions of base of metacarpals 2-5 | - Stabilise the carpometacarpal joints |
| Metacarpal ligaments (dorsal + palmar) | - Transverse ligaments between the metacarpals - Arise from the dorsal and palmar surface of each metacarpal bone | - Adjacent doral and palmar surfaces of each metacarpal | - Stabilise the metacarpals together |