2.1.2. Muscles of the Anterior (Flexor) Compartment of the Upper Arm Flashcards
Where does the Arm extend:
1. From?
2. To?
- Shoulder
- Elbow
What are the 2 Compartments of the Arm?
- Anterior (Flexor)
- Posterior (Extensor)
What are the 3 Muscles of the Anterior (Flexor) Compartment?
- Biceps Brachii
- Coracobrachialis
- Brachialis
What innervates the Muscles of the Anterior (Flexor) Compartment?
The Musculocutaneous Nerve
What is the Arterial Supply for the Muscles of the Anterior (Flexor) Compartment?
Muscular Branches of the Brachial Artery
Which of the Muscles of the Anterior (Flexor) Compartment, is the most Anterior?
Biceps Brachii
How many heads does the Biceps Brachii have?
2
What are the 2 Heads of the Biceps Brachii?
- Long Head
- Short Head
Where does the Long Head of the Biceps Brachii originate from?
Supraglenoid Tubercle of the Scapula
Where does the Short Head of the Biceps Brachii originate from?
Coracoid Process of the Scapula
Where is most of the Muscle Mass of the Biceps Brachii contained?
Anteriorly to the humerus
Is the Biceps Brachii attaches to the Humerus?
No
What happens to the tendon of the Biceps Brachii as it enters the Forearm?
A Connective Tissue Sheath is given off
What is the name of the Connective Tissue Sheath, given off as the Biceps Brachii Tendon enters the Forearm?
Bicipital Aponeurosis
What is the function of the Bicipital Aponeurosis?
Forms the Roof of the Cubital Fossa
What does the Bicipital Aponeurosis blend with?
The Deep Fascia of the Anterior Forearm
Where do the 2 Heads of the Biceps Brachii unite?
In the Distal 1/3 of the Upper Arm