Fascial structures Flashcards
Location, function (10 cards)
1
Q
Pectoral
A
Location: Over pectoralis major
Function: Forms part of axillary wall
2
Q
Clavipectoral
A
Location: Deep to pectoralis major
Function: Encloses pectoralis minor & subclavius; transmits vessels & nerves
3
Q
Axillary
A
Location: Floor of axilla
Function: Forms base of axilla
4
Q
Brachial
A
Location: Arm
Function: Compartmentalization (anterior/posterior)
5
Q
Antebrachial
A
Location: Forearm
Function: Forms compartments, retinacula
6
Q
Palmar
A
Location: Palm
Function: Protection, tendon anchoring
7
Q
Dorsal hand
A
Location: Back of hand
Function: Encloses extensors
8
Q
Flexor retinaculum
A
Location: Anterior wrist
Function: Roof of carpal tunnel
9
Q
Extensor retinaculum
A
Location: Posterior wrist
Function: Guides extensor tendons
10
Q
Digital sheaths
A
Location: Fingers
Function: Smooth tendon movement
