The forearm connects between the arm and elbow and the wrist and hand.

Regions

The regions of the forearm include:

  • Anterior antebrachial region
  • Posterior antebrachial region

Bones

The bony forearm consists of the radius and ulna.

Muscles

The muscles of the forearm are divided into 2 compartments and several layers:

  • Anterior compartment
    • Superficial layer
      • Flexor carpi ulnaris
      • Flexor carpi radialis
      • Palmaris

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