Second extensor compartment

What does "Second extensor compartment" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "second extensor compartment" is a term used to describe a specific area in the wrist. It's like a tunnel that allows certain tendons, which are like ropes attaching muscles to bones, to pass through. These particular tendons are involved in the movement of the thumb.

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