Extensor digitorum

Innervation: Radial nerve
Branch: Posterior interosseous nerve
Roots: C6C7, C8
Function:
  • Extension of metacarpophalangeal joints of fingers 2, 3, 4, 5.
  • Assists in extension of interphalangeal joints of fingers 2, 3, 4, 5.
  • Assists in abduction of fingers 2, 3, 4, 5.
  • Assists in extension of the wrist.