The forearm muscles are divided into two compartments based on location and action: the anterior or flexor compartment and the posterior or extensor compartment. There are a total of 19 muscles in the forearm that help move not only the elbow and wrist joints but also the joints in the hand and fingers.

2024年10月8日 · In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the muscles in the anterior compartment of the forearm – their attachments, actions, innervation and clinical correlations.

2023年11月28日 · The forearm helps the shoulder and the arm in force application and the precise placement of the hand in space, with the help of the elbow and radioulnar joints. This article is a guide to help you master the anatomy of the forearm and the elbow joint, using the beautiful content of Kenhub.

2024年8月3日 · Forearm anatomy consists of various bones, muscles, joints, and nerves. Inside the forearm are two bones called the radius and ulna, connected by an elastic tissue called the interosseous membrane. On the outside, your forearm has muscles that help you move your wrist, fingers, and elbow.

2024年4月18日 · Your forearm anatomy includes 20 muscles, ranging from the extensor carpi radialis longus to the abductor pollicis longus. One of the largest is the brachioradialis, which helps to bend your...

5 天之前 · The forearm is the region of the upper limb between the elbow and the wrist.It consists of two parallel long bones: the radius and the ulna, which run from the distal humerus to the wrist joint.The forearm serves as a connection between the upper arm and the hand, housing muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues that contribute to its structure and movement.

2023年6月5日 · The muscles of the forearm or antebrachium work together to move the elbow, forearm, wrist, and digits of the hand. They fall into two categories: intrinsic and extrinsic muscles. The intrinsic muscles function to move the forearm …

2024年1月5日 · The forearm muscles can be subdivided into 19 intrinsic muscles and 24 extrinsic muscles arranged in anterior, posterior and mobile wad compartments. The intrinsic forearm muscles are located entirely within the hand; they arise and insert within the hand.

2020年4月15日 · The muscles in the forearm control the fine and intricate movements of the fingers as well as the gross and forceful movements of the hand and wrist. These muscles are divided into two compartments, based on both anatomical and functional differences.

Proximally, the forearm articulates with the humerus through the elbow complex (humeroulnar and humeroradial joints). Distally, the forearm articulates with the carpal bones through the wrist complex, enabling a wide array of actions.