Some Lovers Try Positions That They Can't Handle
8 Carpal Bones of the Wrist
NEETAIIMSClass 11
Items to Memorize
- Scaphoid
- Lunate
- Triquetrum
- Pisiform
- Trapezium
- Trapezoid
- Capitate
- Hamate
Mnemonic Tricks
How It Maps
| Cue | Maps To |
|---|---|
| Some | Scaphoid |
| Lovers | Lunate |
| Try | Triquetrum |
| Positions | Pisiform |
| That | Trapezium |
| They | Trapezoid |
| Can't | Capitate |
| Handle | Hamate |
Why It Sticks
The slightly cheeky sentence is hard to forget — and the first 4 words give you the proximal row (thumb side to pinky), the last 4 the distal row.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many carpal bones are in each wrist?
Each wrist contains 8 carpal bones arranged in two rows of four: the proximal row (Scaphoid, Lunate, Triquetrum, Pisiform) and the distal row (Trapezium, Trapezoid, Capitate, Hamate).
Which carpal bone is most commonly fractured?
The Scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone, especially from falls on an outstretched hand (FOOSH injuries). This is a commonly tested fact in medical exams.
What is the order of carpal bones?
From the thumb side (lateral) going medially: Proximal row — Scaphoid, Lunate, Triquetrum, Pisiform. Distal row — Trapezium, Trapezoid, Capitate, Hamate.
Are carpal bones asked in NEET?
Yes, carpal bones appear in NEET Biology under the skeletal system. Questions often ask about the number, arrangement, and most commonly fractured bone.