Intrinsic Muscles of the Hand - Hypothenar Compartment Flashcards
1
Q
flexor digiti minimi
A
origin: medial carpal bones and flexor retinaculum
insertion: base of the proximal phalanx of digit 5
innervation: deep ulnar n.
action: flexion of digit 5
2
Q
abductor digiti minimi
A
origin: medial carpal bones and flexor retinaculum
insertion: base of the phalanx of digit 5
innervation: deep ulnar n.
action: abduction of digit 5
3
Q
opponens digiti minimi
A
origin: medial carpal bones and flexor retinaculum
insertion: metacarpal 5
innervation: deep ulnar n.
action: opposition of digit 5