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Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus

Origin Lateral supracondyle ridge of humerus
Insertion Base of 2nd metacarpal
Action Extend and abduct hand at wrist joint
Innervation Radial nerve (C6 and C7) (C6, C7)
Arterial Supply Radial artery

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