The most accurate term given to the human hand is ‘‘an exquisitely intricate tool’’ since it enables difficult and precise movements, as well as performs tasks which demand strength. The human hand is extremely flexible thanks to the 27 bones of its anatomical structure and the 37 muscles which allow its range of motion.
Any injury to the underlying structures of the hand carry the potential for serious handicap and therefore require proper and immediate medical treatment. Developments in the field of microsurgery have led to an increase in the quality of life for many patients, since they provide an alternative treatment for the impairment of finger motion which can be caused by severe joint injuries, as well as rheumatoid arthritis.