palmar interosseous muscle of manus

musculi interossei palmares

Any of three muscles, the first with its origin from the second metacarpal, and the second and the third with origin from the fourth and fifth metacarpals; the first with insertion into the index finger, and the second and the third with insertion into the ring and little fingers; with nerve supply from the ulnar nerve, and whose action adducts the fingers toward the axis of the middle finger.

Type Muscle
Parent Structure interosseous muscle of manus
Latin Name musculi interossei palmares
FMA ID 37419

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the palmar interosseous muscle of manus?
Any of three muscles, the first with its origin from the second metacarpal, and the second and the third with origin from the fourth and fifth metacarpals; the first with insertion into the index finger, and the second and the third with insertion into the ring and little fingers; with nerve supply
What is the Latin name for the palmar interosseous muscle of manus?
The Latin name for the palmar interosseous muscle of manus is musculi interossei palmares.

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