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 …

Oct 30, 2023 · The movements in the metacarpophalangeal joints include flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, circumduction and limited rotation. Each joint has 2° of freedom. Flexion …

Apr 15, 2023 · Each metacarpophalangeal joint has two planes of motion. It allows for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction and limited rotation of the digit. All of the …

Feb 13, 2025 · Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints are diarthrodial joints in which the concave proximal aspect of each phalange articulates with the massive convex heads of the distal …

Aug 14, 2023 · The MCP joints of the 2 through 5 digits are shallow ball and socket joints which allow for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and limited circumduction.

MCP joint arthritis is most common in the thumb and index fingers due to the stress of pinching. The different joints of the hand are shown in Figure 1. Arthritis means joint inflammation and is …

Oct 2, 2024 · Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joint arthritis typically presents with pain, swelling, and limited motion. Inflammatory etiology is much more common than osteoarthritis. in patients …

Oct 24, 2023 · The MCP joint is a condyloid type enabling motion in 2 planes: [1] Thumb MCP Joint. The proximal convex surface of the 1st metacarpal bone is opposed by the elliptical …

The metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is formed by the articulation of the metacarpal and proximal phalanx of all 5 digits of both hands.

Jul 25, 2024 · This review provides a detailed analysis of the anatomy, mechanisms, and management of ligamentous and capsular injuries in metacarpophalangeal joints (MCPJs). …

Feb 24, 2025 · Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints are condyloid synovial joints between the metacarpal bones and proximal phalanges of the hands. This article is focused on the …

The metacarpophalangeal joint pain is a common occurrence, due to the fact that the respective joints are used quite a lot and, thus, present a higher risk for the common wear and tear. The …

Apr 5, 2023 · The metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is categorized as a condyloid synovial joint. It combines each digit into the palm. The metacarpophalangeal joint consists of an articulation …

Oct 5, 2023 · MCP collateral ligament sprain is most commonly an acute injury related to trauma. Mechanism of injury to the UCL of the MCP joint of the thumb is sudden, forced, radial …

Jun 30, 2021 · Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints are condyloid type synovial joints between the metacarpal bones and proximal phalanges of the hands. Each joint occurs between the round …

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. …

Dislocation of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint, with or without small bony or ligamentous avulsions, may be reduced closed and the stability should then be evaluated. If there is …

Oct 8, 2021 · MCP arthroscopy is useful for diagnostic evaluation and advances in small joint instrumentation now permit therapeutic arthroscopic procedures as well. This chapter presents …

Dec 1, 2024 · This review provides a detailed analysis of the anatomy, mechanisms, and management of ligamentous and capsular injuries in metacarpophalangeal joints (MCPJs). …

What is metacarpophalangeal joint (MCP) arthritis? It is arthritis of the knuckles, usually the knuckles of the thumb and index finger. The metacarpal bones are the bones of the hand. The …