wrist drop
Noun
Meaning
wrist drop (uncountable)
(pathology) A paralysis of the extensor muscles of the hand and fingers.
Wrist drop was formerly encountered among painters, as a result of lead poisoning.
Noun
wrist drop (uncountable)
(pathology) A paralysis of the extensor muscles of the hand and fingers.
Wrist drop was formerly encountered among painters, as a result of lead poisoning.