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This short video shows m. palmaris longus (long palmar muscle) in the context of “Muscle pain in the arm.” An interesting fact is that this muscle is missing in about 10-15% of people. This links the muscle’s location and role in movement with the areas where tension or pain may be felt.
An interesting fact is that this muscle is missing in about 10-15% of people. The clip places this within “Muscle pain in the arm” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Muscle pain is not always local. When a muscle is overloaded or lacks control during movement, tension or pain can also be felt in a nearby area.
This is an educational visual linked to “Muscle pain in the arm.” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.