karpálního

Karpálního is a term that refers to the carpus, which is the cluster of bones that form the wrist. In anatomy, the carpus consists of eight small carpal bones arranged in two rows. The proximal row, closest to the forearm, includes the scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, and pisiform bones. The distal row, closer to the hand, consists of the trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, and hamate bones. These bones articulate with each other and with the distal ends of the radius and ulna (forearm bones) and the proximal ends of the metacarpal bones (hand bones).

The carpal bones provide a stable base for the hand while allowing for a wide range of motion, including flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction. This intricate structure is crucial for the complex movements and dexterity required for tasks such as grasping, writing, and manipulating objects. Ligaments and tendons connect and stabilize these bones, enabling coordinated movements of the wrist and hand. Conditions affecting the carpus can lead to pain, stiffness, and limited mobility, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or various forms of arthritis. The term "karpálního" is the genitive singular form of the Czech word "karpál," meaning carpal.