Posterior Superficial Muscles

Cards (2)

  • Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus - Description, Location & Action
    parallels brachioradialis on lateral forearm + may blend w it
    extend hand in conjuction w extensor carpi ulnaris
    abducts hand in conjucntion w flexor carpi radialis
  • Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis - Description, Location & Action
    shorter than capi radialis longus + lies deep to it
    extends + abducts hand
    acts synergistically w extensor carpi radialis longus to steady wrist during finger flexion