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Review
. 1995 Aug;11(3):367-71.

Extensor physiology in the hand and wrist

S T Thompson  1 , M A Wehbé
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  • PMID: 7559815
Review

Extensor physiology in the hand and wrist

S T Thompson et al. Hand Clin. 1995 Aug.

Abstract

The Physiology of finger extension is complex because of the various components of the extensor tendon mechanism. This article discusses the role each component plays in finger extension. Tendon excursion, strength, and electromyographic activity of the extensors are discussed.

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