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Metacarpus Collection

The metacarpus, also known as the middle part of the hand, is a crucial element of the human skeletal system

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Diagrams of the bones of hand and arm

Diagrams of the bones of hand and arm
Diagrams of the bones of the left arm and hand, showing the position of the radius and ulna when the thumb is turned inwards. The shoulder blade and part of the collar bone can also be seen

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Bones of the carpus, metacarpus and fingers in the human hand

Bones of the carpus, metacarpus and fingers in the human hand. Copperplate engraving by Edward Mitchell after an
FLO4565722 Bones of the carpus, metacarpus and fingers in the human hand. Copperplate engraving by Edward Mitchell after an anatomical illustration from John Barclay's A Series of Engravings of

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Human skeletal system, front view

Human skeletal system, front view

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Anterior view of human skeletal system, with labels

Anterior view of human skeletal system, with labels

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards (engraving)

Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards (engraving)
966625 Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skeleton of an Eagle, after Milne-Edwards)

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Medical illustration showing carpal tunnel syndrome in the human wrist

Medical illustration showing carpal tunnel syndrome in the human wrist, and the surgical procedures associated with it

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, front view

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, front view

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Posterior view of left hand, with labels

Posterior view of left hand, with labels

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeleton waving goodbye

Front view of human skeleton waving goodbye, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Anatomy of back of human hand

Anatomy of back of human hand

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, rear view

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, rear view

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Anterior view of human skeletal system

Anterior view of human skeletal system

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeleton meditating

Front view of human skeleton meditating, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Human skeleton praying on his knees

Human skeleton praying on his knees, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeletal system

Front view of human skeletal system

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeleton meditation

Front view of human skeleton meditation, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Three dimensional view of female skeletal system

Three dimensional view of female skeletal system

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Bone structure of human left hand with veins

Bone structure of human left hand with veins
Bone structure of human hand with veins

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Human hand with nervous system, lymphatic system and circulatory system

Human hand with nervous system, lymphatic system and circulatory system

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeleton

Front view of human skeleton, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Conceptual image of bones in human hand

Conceptual image of bones in human hand

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Front view of human skeleton running

Front view of human skeleton running, isolated on white background

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: 3D rendering of human skeletal system, side view

3D rendering of human skeletal system, side view

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: 3D rendering of human skeletal system at different angles

3D rendering of human skeletal system at different angles

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Posterior view of left hand

Posterior view of left hand

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis in the human hand

Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis in the human hand
Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the human hand. RA is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Wrist ligaments, artwork C013 / 4651

Wrist ligaments, artwork C013 / 4651
Wrist ligaments. Computer artwork of the bones of a human hand, showing the ligaments (white) holding together the bones of the wrist

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Thumb muscles, artwork C013 / 4587

Thumb muscles, artwork C013 / 4587
Thumb muscles. Computer artwork of two of the muscles (red) of the thumb and their attachment to the bones of the hand. These are two of the three thenar muscles

Background imageMetacarpus Collection: Forearm muscle, artwork C013 / 4585

Forearm muscle, artwork C013 / 4585
Forearm muscle. Computer artwork of an anterior view of a human arm, showing the flexor pollicis longus muscle (red) of the forearm and its attachments to the bones of the arm, wrist and hand


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The metacarpus, also known as the middle part of the hand, is a crucial element of the human skeletal system. Located between the carpals and phalanges, it consists of five long bones called metacarpals. These bones play a vital role in providing structure and support to our hands. In diagrams showcasing the bones of the hand and arm, we can observe how the metacarpus connects with other components to form a functional unit. The front view of the human skeletal system provides us with labeled insights into each bone's position and its relationship with neighboring structures. Interestingly, even animals possess a similar anatomical structure. An engraving depicting an eagle's skeleton after Milne-Edwards reveals that they too have a metacarpus resembling ours. However, sometimes issues arise within this area. A medical illustration showcases carpal tunnel syndrome in which pressure on nerves causes discomfort or pain in the wrist region. Understanding such conditions helps us appreciate how delicate our metacarpus truly is. From dynamic postures to meditative states, depictions of male human skeletons waving goodbye or engaging in various activities demonstrate both flexibility and strength within this framework. Furthermore, spirituality finds expression through these bony structures as well. Whether it be a skeleton praying on his knees or meditating peacefully, it reminds us that even though life may fade away eventually, our physical forms continue to hold significance beyond their earthly existence. Lastly, exploring anatomy from different perspectives allows for comprehensive comprehension; thus labels accompanying posterior views provide valuable information about specific parts present at the backside of our hands.