The thenar eminence refers to the bulge ... supplying nerves to the muscles of the forearm, wrist, and hand. A small portion of the flexor pollicis brevis, referred to as the deep head, is ...

The thumb is one of five digits on each hand, but it has a different shape ... The opposable nature of the thumb and the thenar muscles provide the dexterity and strength to perform these actions.

Stretching your thumb and hand muscles can also help prevent the muscles from becoming stiff. Here are some good stretches for your thenar eminence: Gently push your thumb back toward your forearm ...

A knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of ... Physical examination of the left hand showed normal sensation, atrophy of the thenar muscles and inability to abduct and oppose the thumb.

She has no atrophy of the thenar muscles. Sensation to light touch is intact. How should she be evaluated and treated? Hand, finger ... Figure 1 The Anatomy of the Carpal Tunnel.

Despite advanced disease, patients can still reasonably expect return of functional hand strength and outcomes, potentially complete resolution of numbness and return of thenar muscle bulk.