Forearm: Posterior Compartment Flashcards
1
Q
Muscles of the superficial layer of the posterior compartment of the forearm
A
Brachioradialis Extensor carpi radialis longus Extensor carpi radialis brevis Extensor digitorum Extensor digiti minimi Extensor carpi ulnaris Anconeus
2
Q
Muscles of the deep layer of the posterior compartment of the forearm
A
Supinator Abductor pollicis longus Extensor pollicis brevis Extensor pollicis longus Extensor indicis
3
Q
Innervation of the posterior compartment of the forearm
A
Radial nerve
4
Q
Action of the posterior compartment of the forearm
A
Extension of the wrist and digits, supination, abduction and adduction of the wrist
Brachioradialis = flexion of the forearm at the elbow joint (beer drinking muscle)
5
Q
What is the common extensor origin
A
Lateral epicondyle of the humerus
