After Live Sessions (cos i cba sorting the other decks) Flashcards
How many compartments are there in the arm?
2
What does the anterior section of the arm control?
Flexion of the shoulder and elbow
What does the posterior section of the arm control?
Extension of the shoulder and elbow
Name the muscle of the front of the arm.
Biceps brachii
How many heads does the biceps brachii have?
2
Where is the shorter head of the biceps brachii attached to?
Scapula
Where is the longer head of the biceps brachii attached to?
Humerous
What is the function of the biceps brachii on the shoulder joint?
Flexion
What is the function of the biceps brachii on the elbow joint?
Flexion
What type of joint is the superior ulnar joint?
Synovial pivot joint
What is the name of the muscles on the back of the arm?
Triceps brachii
Where is the long head of the triceps brachii attached to?
Scapula
What is the function of the triceps on the elbow?
Extension
What is the function of the triceps on the shoulder?
Extension
What nerve supplies the upper limb?
Radial nerve
What nerve supplies the anterior compartment of the arm?
Musculocutaneous nerve
When the biceps are in action, what antagonist muscle is in action?
Triceps