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anatomy of the left arm and hand

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Human Hand: Anatomy and Medical Issues

Human Hand: Anatomy and Medical Issues:

Humans have two hands, the same as other primates such as monkeys, chimpanzees and lemurs. The hands are anatomically described as prehensile, multi-fingered extremity with two opposable thumbs located at the end of the forelimbs. The human hands have five fingers, although in some peculiar cases, there is an additional finger or fingers either in one hand or in both hands.... Read full guide »