Capitate Bone Poetry

ANATOMY AIIMS, GROSS ANATOMY, EMBRYOLOGY, NEUROANATOMY, MICROANATOMY, APPLIED/ CLINICAL ANATOMY Capitate Bone

In the wrist, there's a bone that's quite distinct

With a shape that's unique, it's the capitate, I think

It sits at the center, like a crown on a king

With anatomical features that make it a thing

It's the largest carpal bone, with a convex top

And a conical base that helps it to lock

Into the wrist joint, with a smooth, rounded head

Articulating with bones, as if it were bred

The dorsal surface has a roughened ridge

Where tendons attach, and grip with a smidge

The palmar surface is smooth and wide

A perfect spot for ligaments to reside

It's shaped like a rectangular prism, with facets to spare

Two on the front and one on the rear

It's a central player, a pivot point so fine

A vital piece of the wrist, and its design

So, if you're ever in need of a bone to impress

Look no further than the capitate, no need to digress

It's a marvel of nature, and a wonder to behold

A testament to the intricacy, of the human mold

The capitate bone, a wonder to behold

With many unique features, both new and old

A crown-like structure, sits atop the wrist

A royal presence, hard to miss

A large and convex head, smooth and round

Locks into the joint, without a sound

A conical base, for strength and support

A key player in wrist movement, never in short

A dorsal ridge, where tendons do attach

Palmar surface, ligaments in a catch

Faceted sides, front and rear

Articulating with neighboring bones, so clear

A rectangular prism, with corners so sharp

A central player, in the wrist's art

A pivot point, for smooth rotation

Flexion, extension, with no hesitation

The capitate bone, a true masterpiece

Intricately designed, with elegance and peace

A reminder of the wonder of the human form

A testament to the beauty, life can adorn.