Mini Anatomy Lesson: Tom’s Travail
Anatomy Def: Claire confronts Dupuytren’s Contracture.
Outlander Def: A hand problem best dubbed as “Tom’s Travail!” 👋🏻
Tom’s right hand is disabled because he suffers from Dupuytren’s Contracture (DC). If you have not read my earlier Mini Anatomy Lesson about DC, you can access it a few posts back.
Quick Review: Underlying the skin of the palm is a tough layer of connective tissue known as the palmar aponeurosis. Importantly, it aids in cupping the palm, maintaining grip, and protecting underlying flexor tendons.
So what did Claire do??? read more: www.outlanderanatomy.com!
Also, that look on Jamie’s face! Love it!