Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

Summary Information: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons: The extensor carpi radialis longus tendons are paired bands of connective tissue made of collagen that connect the extensor carpi radialis longus muscles to bone. The extensor carpi radialis longus tendons enable the contracting extensor carpi radialis longus muscles to extend and abduct the wrists.

Conditions that can afflict the extensor carpi radialis longus tendons include repetitive strain injury, tendonitis, tears, rupture, and strains.

Closely Related Organs: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons:

• Extensor carpi radialis longus
• Wrist joint
• Skeletal muscle
• Bones
• Muscles
• Tendons
• Musculoskeletal system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

The following conditions are related to the organ: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons:

• Repetitive strain injury
• Tendonitis
• Tears
• Rupture
• Strains

Sub Parts: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons:

• Connective tissue
• Collagen

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons:

• Wrist pain
• Painful or decreased range of motion in wrist
• Wrist or hand weakness
• Swelling
• Inflammation

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Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Tendons: Related Topics

• Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus
• Extensor
• Radialis
• Tendons

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