Thenar
Thenar
Thenar (pronunciation: /ˈθiːnɑːr/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to the group of muscles on the palm of the human hand at the base of the thumb. The word "thenar" comes from the Greek word θέναρ (thenar), meaning palm of the hand.
Etymology
The term "thenar" is derived from the Greek word θέναρ (thenar), which translates to "palm of the hand". It is used in the field of Anatomy to describe the group of muscles found at the base of the thumb.
Anatomy
The thenar eminence refers to the group of muscles on the palm of the human hand at the base of the thumb. The muscles in this group are the Abductor pollicis brevis, Flexor pollicis brevis, and Opponens pollicis. These muscles are responsible for the fine movements of the thumb, providing the ability to grasp and manipulate objects.
Related Terms
- Abductor pollicis brevis: This is one of the three muscles in the thenar group. It contributes to the abduction and flexion of the thumb.
- Flexor pollicis brevis: This muscle, also part of the thenar group, is involved in the flexion of the thumb.
- Opponens pollicis: This is the third muscle in the thenar group. It aids in the opposition movement of the thumb, allowing it to touch the tips of other fingers.
See Also
- Hypothenar: The group of muscles on the palm of the human hand at the base of the little finger.
- Anatomy: The scientific study of the structure of organisms including their systems, organs, and tissues.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thenar
- Wikipedia's article - Thenar
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