antebrachial fascia (deep fascia of the forearm, fascia of the forearm)

Introduction

A continuation of the brachial fascia. In the region of the wrist it forms 2 thickened bands, the extensor & flexor retinacula.

More general terms

• fascia (superficial/deep)

Additional terms

• antebrachial flexor retinaculum; flexor retinaculum of the forearm; palmar carpal ligament