Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus

Parent Structures

• Superficial Posterior Muscles of the Forearm

Proximal/Superior Attachment

• Lateral Supracondylar Ridge - Anterior Part of the Lower Thrid

Distal/Inferior Attachment

• Base of 2nd Metacarpal - Posterior Surface

Joint Actions

• Agonist
  • Wrist
    • Abduction - Radial Deviation
    • Extension

Nerve Innervation

• Radial Nerve