muscles acting on the forearm Flashcards
1
Q
Action of the bicep brachii on the forearm (3)
A
- Flexion of the arm at the GH joint
- Elbow flexion
- Supination at the radioulnar joint
2
Q
Action of the Triceps brachii on the forearm (2)
A
- Extension of the forearm at the elbow
- Long head extension of the arm at the glenohumeral joint
3
Q
Action of the brachialis on the forearm
1
A
-Elbow flexion
4
Q
Action of the brachioradialis on the forearm
1
A
- Supination at the radioulnar joint
5
Q
Action of the Pronator Teres on the forearm
2
A
- Pronation at the radioulnar joint
- Assists in elbow flexion
6
Q
Action of the Pronator Quadratus
1
A
- Pronation at the radioulnar joint
7
Q
action of the supinator
A
supination at the radioulnar joint
