Hypothenar eminence

Hypothenar refers to a group of three muscles of the palm that control the motion of the little finger.

The three muscles are:


 * Abductor digiti minimi
 * Flexor digiti minimi
 * Opponens digiti minimi

Disorders
"Hypothenar atrophy" is associated with the lesion of the ulnar nerve.

"Hypothenar hammer syndrome" is a common vascular occlusion.