Pisohamate Ligament

Description

Illustration of pisohamate ligament

Name

• Pisohamate Ligament
• Ligamentum Pisohamatum

General

• Connects the pisiform to the hook of hamate, stabilizes the pisiform joint
• Prolongation of the flexor carpi ulnaris
• Serves as part of the origin of abductor digiti minimi
• Serves as the floor of Guyons Canal

Function

• Acts as a primary stabilizer to the pisiform joint
• Resists proximal, ulnar and radial forces

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Clinical Significance

• Guyon Canal Syndrome
• Pisiform ligament complex syndrome

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See Also

• Wrist Pain Main
• Physical Exam Wrist
• Wrist Anatomy Main

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