What is FCR tendon?
What is FCR tendon?
The flexor carpi radialis (FCR) is one of the long flexors, which is important in flexing and abducting the hand at the wrist. It originates at the medial epicondyle of the humerus and attaches at the base of the second metacarpal.
Do you need your FCR tendon?
Discussion: The FCR has an important role during all wrist motions. Therefore, patients who have undergone a surgical procedure in which all or a portion of the FCR has been harvested, may experience difficulty with wrist motion as the FCR tendon is responsible for significant force during wrist motion.
Where is FCR tendon located?
forearm
The tendon of the flexor carpi radialis is visible on the anterior surface of the forearm, just proximal to the wrist, when the wrist is flexed. It is the tendon seen most lateral, closest to the thumb.
What are the 3 main flexors of the wrist?
There are three flexors and three extensors. We’ll look at the flexors first. The two important ones are flexor carpi radialis, and flexor carpi ulnaris. They both arise from the medial epicondyle, where they share a massive tendon of origin, the common flexor tendon, with two other flexor muscles.
How is FCR treated?
Treatment. Initial treatment of FCR tendinopathy is typically conservative and may include splint immobilization, activity modification, and/or NSAIDs. Steroid injection into the tendon sheath is effective for many patients, particularly those with primary tenosynovitis.
Which of the following flexors does not flex the wrist?
extensor carpi ulnaris
The extensor carpi ulnaris is a muscle that will not flex the wrist but will rather cause extension of the wrist when it contracts. Therefore, the correct answer is (a) extensor carpi ulnaris.
What is the most likely origin of wrist flexors?
Flexor carpi radialis muscle
| Origin | Medial epicondyle of humerus |
|---|---|
| Insertion | Bases of metacarpal bones 2-3 |
| Action | Wrist joint: Wrist flexion, wrist abduction |
| Innervation | Median nerve (C6, C7) |
| Blood supply | Anterior/posterior recurrent ulnar artery, radial artery |
What are wrist flexors?
The wrist flexors refer to six muscles in the anterior compartment of the forearm that act on the wrist and finger joints. As a group, the primary action of the wrist flexors is, you guessed it… wrist flexion! As I’ll detail later, these muscles are also responsible for other movements of the fingers and wrist.
How do you treat intersection syndrome of the wrist?
This condition is generally treated conservatively by avoiding activities that are painful, and by immobilizing the thumb and wrist in a splint. Ice and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen can also help with pain and swelling. Corticosteroid injections into the area are sometimes recommended.
How do you get rid of intersection syndrome?
The intersection syndrome is usually managed conservatively. The first step of this management includes modification of work and sport activities, which will help to reduce stress on the wrist and splinting. Secondly, oral nonsteroidal inflammatory medication or local ice-pack placement can also reduce pain.
What does a torn wrist tendon feel like?
The pain may get worse when you use the tendon. You may have more pain and stiffness during the night or when you get up in the morning. The area may be tender, red, warm, or swollen if there is inflammation. You may notice a crunchy sound or feeling when you use the tendon.
How do you treat a pulled tendon in the wrist?
Non-surgical treatment for torn ligament in wrist usually include application of ice packs to reduce swelling and immobilization of the wrist joint. A cast or splint may be advised to restrict wrist movements, control pain and promote healing.
What is flexor tendon transfer?
A Flexor Digitorum Longus Tendon transfer is indicated for patients with dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon, where the tendon has become stretched beyond its functional length or has ruptured. As a result, the FDL tendon is transferred into a bone tunnel in the navicular bone and fixated with a screw from the Bio-Tenodesis™ Screw System.
