Structural and Distribution Analysis of Mechanoreceptors and Free Nerve Endings in the Annular Pulleys of the Flexor Tendons of the Hand
This study contributes to the anatomical characterization of the A1 pulley, highlighting the presence and distribution of mechanoreceptors and free nerve endings. While the clinical implications of these findings remain uncertain, they may serve as a basis for future research on proprioception, sensory feedback, and potential surgical considerations.
Authors
- Lana Lacerda de Lima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5869-9174)
- João Rocha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0417-9402)
- Maria Luzete Costa Cavalcante (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3363-6916)
- Sângelo André Ribeiro Abreu
- Diego Ariel de Lima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5702-1529)
- João Antônio Soares de Sousa
Institutions
- Universidade Federal do Ceará (BR)
- Universidade Federal Rural do Semi-Árido (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Hand
- Published
- 2025-04-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/15589447251334670
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01