Extensor Digitorum (ED L)
The M. Extensor Digitorum (Extensor Digitorum) is a muscle of the forearm region. It is responsible for extension of fingers II-V at MCP joints, wrist dorsiflexion. This muscle is not covered by the official SENIAM catalogue — placement is based on established clinical literature. This page documents the exact electrode position, anatomical attachments and a standardized test movement based on Hermens et al. (2000).
Extension of fingers II-V at MCP joints, wrist dorsiflexion
50% on line from lateral epicondyle to the ulna
Orientation: Parallel to the forearm (dorsal)
Farina D, Kallenberg LA, Holobar A. Extracting extensor digitorum communis activation patterns using high-density surface electromyography. Front Physiol. 2015;6:279.
Based on SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000). Not an official SENIAM product. See all references \u2192
Finger extension against resistance with extended wrist
This muscle has no SENIAM-standardized electrode position. Placement should be based on anatomical knowledge.
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