Also known as "wrist drop," the condition carpoptosis is strengthening of the wrist resulting in difficulty supporting the hand

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE
Explanation: Also known as "wrist drop," the condition carpoptosis is a weakness of the wrist resulting in difficulty supporting the hand.

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