At most institutions, oblique radiographs are included as part of the standard wrist and hand exam to increase sensitivity to carpal, metacarpal, and phalangeal fractures, respectively (Fig. 2).

The bone's shape—with a large V-shaped notch—also allows the pisiform of birds to clasp their hand bones to stop them from dislocating during flight. Therefore, this bone is an important part ...

"It's a small bone between the hand and wrist," Schneider said. Schneider said Jansen is unlikely for the March 28 opener at Tampa Bay. "He'll have to catch and ramp back up and hit," Schneider said.