Wrist Anatomy

anatomy

The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, running parallel to the radius on the medial side (pinky side) when in standard anatomical position. The ulnar head is a di...

anatomy

The flexor carpi radialis (FCR) is a superficial flexor of the forearm that originates on the medial epicondyle of the humerus and inserts at the base of the second and third me...

orthopedics

The flexor carpi radialis (FCR) tendon insertion is the point where the forearm flexor muscle that powers wrist flexion and radial deviation anchors to the hand. Located on the...

Health and Wellness

The term flexor carpi radialis nerve refers to the sensory and motor pathways that serve the flexor carpi radialis muscle and adjacent structures in the forearm and wrist. This...

anatomy

The flexor carpi radialis (FCR) is a superficial forearm muscle that flexes and radially deviates the wrist while providing stability during gripping and lifting. Understanding...