Palma: The Medical Term for the Palm of the Hand
Medical Terminology: Palma
Palma (Latin) = the palm of the hand (the volar/inner surface).
Related Terms
- Palmar: Adjective meaning "relating to the palm" (e.g., palmar surface, palmar grasp reflex, palmar aponeurosis).
- Palmaris longus: A forearm muscle whose tendon runs superficially over the palmar aponeurosis.
- Contrast: Dorsal = back of the hand.
Used in anatomy, physical exam documentation, and procedural notes (e.g., "laceration on palmar aspect of index finger").
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