Posterior Muscles of the Arm Flashcards
1
Q
Triceps Brachii
A
O-Long: infraglenoid tubercle- scapula
Lateral: posterior surface of humerus, superior to radial groove
Medial: posterior surface of humerus, inferior to radial groove
I-Proximal end of olecranon of ulna and fascia of forearm
N-Radial nerve
A-Extend forearm
2
Q
Anconeus
A
O-Lateral epicondyle of humerus
I-Lateral surface of olecranon and superior part of posterior surface of ulna
N-Radial nerve
A-Assists in extending forearm, stabilizes elbow joint