Hamate (Noun)
Meaning
The wrist bone in line with the 4th and 5th fingers.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The hamate bone is located near the wrist and is one of the smallest carpal bones in the human body.
- A fracture of the hamate bone often occurs from a fall onto an outstretched hand.
- The hook of hamate is the bony projection that serves as an attachment for the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle.
- Repetitive motion, such as swinging a golf club or racket, may cause stress or injury to the hamate bone.
- Pain or pressure on the hamate bone can be an indication of a more serious underlying injury or chronic condition.