Questions and Answers
What is the origin of the Pronator teres muscle?
Distal part of the medial condyloid ridge of the humerus and medial side of the proximal ulna
Where is the insertion of the Pronator teres muscle?
Middle third of the lateral surface of the radius
What is the primary action of the Pronator teres muscle?
Pronation of the forearm, weak flexion of the elbow
What is the innervation of the Pronator teres muscle?
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Study Notes
Pronator Teres Muscle Overview
- Originates from the distal part of the medial condyloid ridge of the humerus and the medial side of the proximal ulna.
- Inserts at the middle third of the lateral surface of the radius.
- Responsible for the pronation of the forearm, contributing to a weak flexion of the elbow.
- Innervated by the median nerve, specifically roots C6 and C7.
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