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Dorsal ulnocarpal ligament
Other Terms:
Ligamentum ulnocarpale dorsale,
Ligament ulnocarpien dorsal
Parts
None
Group
Upper limb joints - Wrist and hand
Description
This is a short ligamentous band that crosses from the head of the ulna to the triquetrum. It blends with the dorsal border of the ulnar collateral carpal ligament.
Function
Stabilizes the wrist joint and limits flexion of the wrist joint.
Latin
Ligamentum ulnocarpale dorsale
French
Ligament ulnocarpien dorsal
