Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis
The extensor carpi radialis brevis muscles are deep muscles located on the dorsal surface of each forearm.
In general an 'extensor' muscle is one that causes the extension (straightening) of a limb or other part of the body.
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The approximate locations of the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscles can be described as deep within the dorsal part of each forearm.
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