Hypothenar muscles

Schematic anatomy
Hypothenar muscles

Arms

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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

Hypothenar muscles

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Abductor digiti minimi, flexor digiti minimi brevis, and opponens digiti minimi control the little-finger side of the hand.

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Little-finger opposition

Hand control · Soft putty

Also works

Thenar muscles, finger flexors

How to perform

Cup the little-finger side of your palm toward the thumb, gently compressing soft putty.

Use a small controlled motion without bending the wrist.

Example volume · 1–2 sets × 8–12 gentle reps

Referenceswww.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk

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