right extensor digitorum

Muscular

3D model: right extensor digitorum
right extensor digitorum
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In 3 atlases

Definition

muscle of the upper limb

Source: Wikidata · Licence: CC0-1.0

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Relations

Origin
lateral epicondyle of the humerus
Action
extension of the wrist joint, extension of the fingers
Innervation
nerve to extensor digitorum

The 3D model shows 8 origin and insertion areas of this muscle.

Neighbouring structures

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Identifiers

FMA
38501
Wikidata
Q66527663