Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Muscle Flashcards

Flashcards are a great way to memorise information about the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle. Test your knowledge of anatomy using the flexor digitorum superficialis flashcards below.

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Origin

Medial epicondyle of humerus, coronoid process of ulna & proximal 1/2 anterior border of radius

Insertion

Bases of middle phalanges (digits 2-5)

Actions

  • Flexion of the fingers at PIP & MCP joints
  • Can assist during flexion of the wrist

Innervation

  • Median nerve (C7, C8, T1)

Blood Supply

  • Ulnar artery

Would you like to learn more about the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle? Then check out the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle article and video by clicking the link below:
Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Muscle Anatomy

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