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Which muscle originates from the lateral aspect and is involved in forearm flexion?
Which muscle originates from the lateral aspect and is involved in forearm flexion?
- Pronator teres
- Flexor carpi ulnaris
- Brachioradialis (correct)
- Flexor carpi radialis
What is the primary attachment site for many of the flexor muscles discussed?
What is the primary attachment site for many of the flexor muscles discussed?
- Flexor retinaculum
- Lateral epicondyle of the humerus
- Bicipital aponeurosis
- Medial epicondyle of the humerus (correct)
Which of the following muscles is NOT mentioned as coming from the medial epicondyle?
Which of the following muscles is NOT mentioned as coming from the medial epicondyle?
- Flexor carpi radialis
- Pronator teres
- Brachioradialis (correct)
- Flexor digitorum superficialis
What is the main function of the flexor carpi radialis muscle?
What is the main function of the flexor carpi radialis muscle?
Which muscle is located more proximally and assists in moving the digits?
Which muscle is located more proximally and assists in moving the digits?
Which muscle is known to be absent in a good portion of the population?
Which muscle is known to be absent in a good portion of the population?
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for flexing the wrist on the pinky side?
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for flexing the wrist on the pinky side?
Which muscle connects to the radius at mid shaft?
Which muscle connects to the radius at mid shaft?
What is the primary action of the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle?
What is the primary action of the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle?
Which joint does the flexor digitorum profundus NOT flex?
Which joint does the flexor digitorum profundus NOT flex?
What nerve travels through the tunnel associated with the flexor digitorum superficialis?
What nerve travels through the tunnel associated with the flexor digitorum superficialis?
What is the primary function of the flexor pollicis longus?
What is the primary function of the flexor pollicis longus?
Which muscle is responsible for pronating the wrist?
Which muscle is responsible for pronating the wrist?
What distinguishes the flexor digitorum profundus from the flexor digitorum superficialis?
What distinguishes the flexor digitorum profundus from the flexor digitorum superficialis?
Which of the following is the main action of the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle?
Which of the following is the main action of the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle?
What do the tendons of the flexor digitorum profundus attach to?
What do the tendons of the flexor digitorum profundus attach to?
Which muscle assists in the action of supination of the wrist?
Which muscle assists in the action of supination of the wrist?
What is the function of the pronator quadratus?
What is the function of the pronator quadratus?
Which of the following muscles is located on the posterior side of the arm?
Which of the following muscles is located on the posterior side of the arm?
What distinguishes extensor carpi radialis longus from extensor carpi radialis brevis?
What distinguishes extensor carpi radialis longus from extensor carpi radialis brevis?
The muscle that helps extend the pinky finger is called?
The muscle that helps extend the pinky finger is called?
Which of the following muscles is associated with the lateral epicondyle?
Which of the following muscles is associated with the lateral epicondyle?
Which muscle helps to flex the elbow and is located on the radial side?
Which muscle helps to flex the elbow and is located on the radial side?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the wrist on the medial side?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the wrist on the medial side?
What is the primary function of the abductor pollicis longus muscle?
What is the primary function of the abductor pollicis longus muscle?
Which muscle is responsible for extending the index finger?
Which muscle is responsible for extending the index finger?
How do the extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus interact with other muscles?
How do the extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus interact with other muscles?
What are the thanar muscles primarily associated with?
What are the thanar muscles primarily associated with?
What unique role do the lumbrical muscles play?
What unique role do the lumbrical muscles play?
What differentiates the extensor pollicis brevis from the extensor pollicis longus?
What differentiates the extensor pollicis brevis from the extensor pollicis longus?
Which statement accurately describes how the lumbrical muscles are positioned as they cross the joints?
Which statement accurately describes how the lumbrical muscles are positioned as they cross the joints?
What is the function of the hypothenar muscles?
What is the function of the hypothenar muscles?
What is the primary function of the palmar interosseae muscles?
What is the primary function of the palmar interosseae muscles?
Which digits do the palmar interosseae primarily act upon?
Which digits do the palmar interosseae primarily act upon?
What does the abbreviation 'DAB' stand for in relation to the dorsal interosseae?
What does the abbreviation 'DAB' stand for in relation to the dorsal interosseae?
Which condition is associated with inflammation at the lateral epicondyle?
Which condition is associated with inflammation at the lateral epicondyle?
Which muscles are more likely to be affected in golfers due to their movements?
Which muscles are more likely to be affected in golfers due to their movements?
In the context of hand function, what is specifically referenced by the term 'PAD'?
In the context of hand function, what is specifically referenced by the term 'PAD'?
Which muscle group assists in spreading the fingers apart?
Which muscle group assists in spreading the fingers apart?
Which muscle groups have an influence based on the location of their epicondyles?
Which muscle groups have an influence based on the location of their epicondyles?
Study Notes
Muscles of the Forearm
- Flexor Digitorum Superficialis: Superficial muscle, flexes digits 2-5 at PIP and MP joints, attached to intermediate phalanges.
- Flexor Digitorum Profundus: Deep muscle, flexes digits 2-5 at DIP, PIP, and MP joints, attached to distal phalanx.
- Flexor Pollicis Longus: Deep muscle, flexes thumb at DIP joint, attached to distal phalanx.
- Pronator Teres: Superficial muscle, pronates forearm, attached to radius at mid shaft.
- Flexor Carpi Radialis: Superficial muscle, flexes wrist, located on thumb side, attached past carpals.
- Palmaris Longus: Superficial muscle, flexes wrist, not present in all individuals.
- Flexor Carpi Ulnaris: Superficial muscle, flexes wrist, located on pinky side, attached past carpals.
Muscles of the Posterior Forearm
- Brachioradialis: Muscle located on radial side, helps with forearm movements.
- Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus & Brevis: Muscles found on thumb side, extend the wrist, attached past carpals.
- Extensor Digitorum: Muscle with multiple tendons, extends digits 2-5 at PIP and DIP joints.
- Extensor Digiti Minimi: Muscle extending the pinky finger.
- Extensor Carpi Ulnaris: Muscle located on pinky side, extends and adducts the wrist.
- Abductor Pollicis Longus: Abducts the thumb, attached to the first metacarpal.
- Extensor Pollicis Brevis: Extends the thumb, attached to the proximal phalanx of the thumb.
- Extensor Pollicis Longus: Extends the thumb, attached to the distal phalanx of the thumb.
- Extensor Indicis: Extends the index finger, attached to the proximal phalanx of the index finger.
Clinical Correlations
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow): Inflammation of the lateral epicondyle caused by repetitive actions of the extensor muscles.
- Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow): Inflammation of the medial epicondyle caused by repetitive actions of the flexor muscles.
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This quiz tests your knowledge of the muscles in the forearm, including both flexor and extensor muscles. Understand their functions, attachments, and significance in forearm movement. Perfect for anatomy students and enthusiasts!
