Muscle Atlas

Palmaris Longus

Origin: Medial epicondyle of humerus
Insertion: Distal half of flexor retinaculum and palmar aponeurosis
Action: Flexes hand (at wrist) and tightens palmar aponeurosis
Innervation: Median nerve (C7 and C8)
Arterial Supply: Ulnar artery


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