Muscles That Move Forearm Flashcards by Finesi Richard | Brainscape

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Biceps brachii

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Origin: coracoid process

Insertion: radial tuberosity

Action: flexes elbow and supinates forearm and hand

Nerve supply: musculocutaneous nerve

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Brachialis

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Origin: anterior surface of humerus

Insertion: Coronoid process of ulna

Action: flexes elbow

Nerve supply: musculocutaneous, medial, and radial nerves

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Brachioradialis

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Origin: distal lateral end of humerus

Insertion: none

Action: flexes elbow

Nerve supply: radial nerve

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Triceps brachii

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Origin: tubercle below glenoid cavity and lateral and posterior surfaces of humerus

Insertion: lateral surface of radius above styloid process

Action: extends elbow

Nerve supply: radial nerve

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