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Nerves of the hand

Nerves of the hand.

The main nerves of the hand are the radial nerve, the median nerve, and the ulnar nerve. Each nerve gives movement and feeling to different areas of the hand.

Current as of: August 25, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine

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