Hand functions

– Dorsiflexors : extensor digitorum,

extensor carpi radialis longus,
extensor carpi radialis brevis, extensor indicis,
extensor pollicis longus, extensor digiti minimi
– Palmar flexors: flexor digitorum superficialis,
flexor digitorum profundus, flexor carpi ulnaris,
flexor pollicis longus, flexor carpi radialis,
abductor pollicis longus
– Radial deviators: extensor carpi radialis longus,
abductor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis longus,
flexor carpi radialis, flexor pollicis longus
– Ulnar deviators : extensor carpi ulnaris,
flexor carpi ulnaris, extensor digitorum,
extensor digiti minimi
THUMB MOVTs.
 Prehension
• Power grip: a forceful act resulting in flexion of
all finger joints
- 4 steps
• Precision handling: skillful placement of object
between fingers and/or thumb.
- 3 steps
Spherical Grip 
Hook Grip
Lateral prehension
Tip Grip 
Palmar Grip 
Functional position of wrist