Anterior Muscles of the Arm Flashcards
1
Q
Biceps Brachii
A
O-Short Head: tip of coracoid process
Long Head: supraglenoid tubercle of scapula
I-Radial tuberosity and fascia of forearm via bicipital aponeurosis
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Supinates forearm, flexes forearm when supine, assists in flexing arm
2
Q
Brachialis
A
O-Distal half of anterior surface of humerus
I-Coronoid process and tuberosity of ulna
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Flexes forearm (prime mover)
3
Q
Coracobrachialis
A
O-Tip of coracoid process of scapula
I-Middle 1/3 of medial surface of humerus
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Helps to flex and adduct the arm