The metacarpophalangeal joints (MCP) are situated between the metacarpal bones and the proximal phalanges of the fingers. [1] These joints are of the condyloid kind, formed by the reception of the rounded heads of the metacarpal bones into shallow cavities on the proximal ends of the proximal phalanges . [ 1 ]

2023年4月15日 · The metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is classified as a condyloid synovial joint. It connects each digit to the palm. Articulating Surfaces. The metacarpophalangeal joint consists of an articulation between two bones of the hand: Metacarpal head – …

2024年10月2日 · Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joint arthritis typically presents with pain, swelling, and limited motion. Inflammatory etiology is much more common than osteoarthritis. in patients with osteoarthritis, a tendon-splitting approach can be used.

2025年2月13日 · The metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints are the knuckle joints where the metacarpal bones of the hand meet the proximal phalanges of the fingers. These synovial joints allow flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and …

2023年10月30日 · The metacarpophalangeal joints (MCP) are a collection of condyloid joints that connect the metacarpus, or palm of the hand, to the fingers. There are five separate metacarpophalangeal joints that connect each metacarpal bone to the corresponding proximal phalanx of each finger.

MCP joint arthritis is the wearing away of cartilage in the metacarpophalangeal joint, also known as the knuckle. It causes pain, loss of motion, and swelling.

2023年10月24日 · The metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint, also known as “the knuckle,” is formed by the metacarpal head and proximal phalanx articulation (see Image. Metacarpophalangeal Articulation). This multiaxial joint allows flexion, extension, abduction and adduction.

2024年12月1日 · This review provides a detailed analysis of the anatomy, mechanisms, and management of ligamentous and capsular injuries in metacarpophalangeal joints (MCPJs). The MCPJ is a condyloid joint with unique anatomical features, including a sagittal cam effect that enhances stability in flexion.

2023年8月14日 · There are five separate MCP joints in each hand and these joints serve as transitions between the palm and the fingers. In layman's terms, the MCP joints are known as the “knuckles,” and the metacarpal heads are especially prominent dorsally when making a fist.

The metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ) is a diarthrodial joint that is critical for functional hand motion and is based on an articulation of the head of the metacarpal and the proximal phalanx. The joint allows for extension, flexion, abduction, adduction, and …