The extensor carpi radialis consists of two muscles: longus and brevis. They originate from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus and insert into the bases of the second and third metacarpals. They extend and abduct the wrist. These muscles are important for wrist stability and grip strength.

Għadu m'hemm l-ebda eżerċizzju fil-katalgu li jimmira dan il-muskolu.