Anterior Muscles of the Arm Flashcards

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Biceps Brachii

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O-Short Head: tip of coracoid process
Long Head: supraglenoid tubercle of scapula
I-Radial tuberosity and fascia of forearm via bicipital aponeurosis
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Supinates forearm, flexes forearm when supine, assists in flexing arm

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Brachialis

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O-Distal half of anterior surface of humerus
I-Coronoid process and tuberosity of ulna
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Flexes forearm (prime mover)

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Coracobrachialis

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O-Tip of coracoid process of scapula
I-Middle 1/3 of medial surface of humerus
N-Musculocutaneous nerve
A-Helps to flex and adduct the arm

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