Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle
Extensor carpi radialis brevis is one of the five main muscles having many functions involving the wrist joint.
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Deltoid Muscle Biceps Brachii Brachioradialis Muscle Palmaris Longus Muscle Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Muscle Extensor RetinaculumDorsal Interossei Muscle Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle Extensor Digitorum Communis Muscle Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle Triceps Brachii Muscle Biceps Brachii Muscle Posterior Brachialis Muscle
Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle
It arises from the lateral epicondyle of humerus and inserts into the dorsal surface of base of the third metacarpal bone. The main functions of extensor carpi radialis brevis are extension and abduction of the hand. It plays its role in clenching of the fist.
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