Flexor carpi ulnaris

Schematic anatomy
Flexor carpi ulnaris

Biceps

Long headShort headBrachialis · supporting muscle

Triceps

Long headLateral headMedial head

Forearms

BrachioradialisFlexor carpi radialisFlexor carpi ulnarisFlexor digitorum superficialisFlexor digitorum profundusFlexor pollicis longusExtensor carpi radialis longus & brevisExtensor carpi ulnarisExtensor digitorumExtensor pollicis longus & brevisAbductor pollicis longusPronator teresPronator quadratusSupinator

Hands

Abductor pollicis brevisFlexor pollicis brevisOpponens pollicisAdductor pollicisHypothenar musclesLumbricalsDorsal interosseiPalmar interossei
Movement guide

Flexor carpi ulnaris

Flexes the wrist and moves it toward the little-finger side.

01

Wrist flexion with ulnar bias

Wrist control · Light dumbbell

Also works

Other wrist flexors; extensor carpi ulnaris assists ulnar deviation

How to perform

Support your forearm palm-up. Gently curl the wrist toward the little-finger side, then lower slowly.

Use a small range and light resistance. Other wrist flexors still contribute.

Example volume · 2 sets × 10–15 reps

Referenceswww.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk

Community draft · awaiting expert review