Muscles of the posterior (Extensor) compartment of the arm Flashcards

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Triceps brachii

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Innervation: Radial nerve (C6, C7, C8)

Blood supply: Profunda brachii artery

Action: Extends the forearm

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Anconeus

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Innervation: Radial nerve (C5 - T1)

Blood supply: Deep brachial artery

Action: Extends the forearm and stabilizes the elbow

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