carpal bones
Meaning
The carpal bones are eight small bones in the wrist that link the hand to the forearm. Arranged in two rows, they let the wrist bend, twist, and bear loads during daily use.
Synonyms
carpal
carpus
carpal bone
sesamoid bone
hamate bone
pisiform bone
scaphoid bone
capitate bone
brachium
forelimb
carpal tunnel syndrome
lunate bone
cuboid bone
metacarpal bone