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Flexor Carpi Radialis
Superficial forearm flexor. Flexes and radially deviates the wrist.
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Anatomy
- Origin
- Medial epicondyle of humerus (common flexor origin)
- Insertion
- Base of 2nd and 3rd metacarpals
- Action
- Wrist flexion, radial deviation
- Innervation
- Median nerve (C6, C7)
- Blood Supply
- Radial artery
Movements (3)
| Movement | Joint | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrist Flexion | Radiocarpal Joint | Primary | — |
| Radial Deviation | Radiocarpal Joint | Primary | — |
| Forearm Pronation | Proximal Radioulnar Joint | Secondary | Significant activation during pronation [Bader 2018] |
Exercises (13)
| Exercise | Role |
|---|---|
| Wrist Flexor Stretch | Primary |
| Wrist Circles (AROM) | Primary |
| 6-Direction Wrist Resistance Training | Primary |
| Radial Deviation Strengthening | Primary |
| Wrist Deviation Exercise (Radial/Ulnar) | Primary |
| Wrist Curls (Flexion/Extension) | Primary |
| Bear Crawl | Stabilizer |
| Biceps Curl | Stabilizer |
| Skull Crusher (Lying Triceps Extension) | Stabilizer |
| Resisted Forearm Pronation | Stabilizer |
| Dart Thrower's Motion | Stabilizer |
| Desk Wrist Flexor Stretch | lengthening |
| Ulnar Nerve Glide | lengthening |
Sources
- Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System: Foundations for Rehabilitation — Anatomy of Flexor Carpi Radialis — origin, insertion, action, innervation
- Muscles: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain — Manual muscle testing for Flexor Carpi Radialis