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Humeral head of flexor carpi ulnaris

Caput humerale flexoris ulnaris carpi

  • Related terms: Humeral head; Flexor carpi ulnaris: Humeral head

Definition

Muhammad A. Javaid

The humeral head of flexor carpi ulnaris is one of the two origins of this muscle. This head arises from the medial epicondyle of the humerus, typically as part of the common flexor tendon. This head then joins the ulnar head to form the main muscle belly.

References

  • Lung BE, Siwiec RM. Anatomy, Shoulder and Upper Limb, Forearm Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Muscle. [Updated 2024 Jan 30]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526051/

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