Elbow Extensors

Question 1

What are the two primary Elbow Extensors?

Answer 1

Triceps Brachii (all 3 heads) & Anconeus

Question 2

Triceps Brachii (Long Head) originates from where?

Answer 2

Infraglenoid tubercle of the scapula

Question 3

Triceps Brachii (Lateral Head) originates from where?

Answer 3

Posterior aspect of the superior humerus, lateral to the radial groove

Question 4

Triceps Brachii (Medial Head) originates from where?

Answer 4

Posterior aspect of the superior humerus, medial to the radial groove.

Question 5

Anconeus originates from where?

Answer 5

Posterior aspect of the lateral epicondyle of the humerus