Forearm

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Which muscle primarily contributes to the supination of a pronated forearm?

Biceps brachii (correct)

Coracobrachialis

Anconeus

Brachialis

What is the main function of the long head of the triceps brachii?

Flexion of the forearm

Adduction of an extended arm (correct)

Abduction of the arm

Extension of the forearm (correct)

Where does the biceps brachii insert?

Medial side of the forearm (correct)

Olecranon of ulna

Tuberosity of ulna

Proximal to the radial groove

Which nerve provides the innervation to the coracobrachialis muscle?

Musculocutaneous nerve Signup and view all the answers

What structure lies in the radial canal?

Radial nerve Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ulna in relation to the radius during forearm movement?

It acts as a rotary axis for the radius. Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ulna is widened and located at the proximal end?

Proximal end Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?

It binds the radius and ulna together. Signup and view all the answers

The articulation between the radius and ulna allows which of the following movements?

Supination and pronation of the forearm Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the ulna's position in the forearm?

It is located on the medial aspect of the forearm. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a learning outcome related to the forearm in this course content?

Identify the bones and bony features of the humerus. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the head (caput ulnae) of the ulna?

It is the distal narrow end of the ulna. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the olecranon?

Insertion point for the triceps brachii Signup and view all the answers

What structure does the radial notch accommodate?

Head of the radius Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is found at the proximal end of the radius?

Head of radius Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the interosseous border of the ulna?

Attachment of the interosseous membrane Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ulna is involved in forming the elbow joint?

Trochlear notch Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is specifically related to the distal part of the ulna?

Head of ulna Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the articular circumference of the radius?

Articular surface for the proximal radio-ulnar joint Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures serves as the origin for the supinator muscle?

Supinator crest Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the anterior surface of the ulna?

Orientation of the interosseous border Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the radial tuberosity?

Insertion of the biceps brachii Signup and view all the answers

Which structure on the radius serves as the attachment point for the interosseous membrane?

Interosseous border Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is the proximal radio-ulnar joint classified as?

Pivot joint Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures is located at the distal end of the radius?

Dorsal tubercle of Lister Signup and view all the answers

The humeroradial joint has what shape?

Ball-and-socket Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ulnar notch on the radius?

Articulates with the ulna Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following surfaces is NOT associated with the radius?

Dorsal surface Signup and view all the answers

Where is the suprastyloid crest located?

On the distal end of the radius Signup and view all the answers

What is the insertion point of the pronator teres?

Pronator tuberosity Signup and view all the answers

The humero-ulnar joint is primarily responsible for which type of movement?

Flexion and extension Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the ulnar collateral ligament?

To stabilize the medial side of the elbow Signup and view all the answers

Which joint is involved in the pronation movement?

Proximal radio-ulnar joint Signup and view all the answers

What degree of flexion is normal for the elbow joint?

0–145° Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the annular ligament of the radius?

To encircle the head of the radius Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is primarily responsible for elbow extension?

Triceps brachii Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical feature allows the elbow joint to hyperextend in females?

Smaller sized olecranon Signup and view all the answers

Which group of muscles is responsible for flexing the elbow joint?

Anterior group Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is NOT part of the posterior (extensor) group of arm muscles?

Coracobrachialis Signup and view all the answers

In a neutral position, how is the elbow joint typically oriented?

Mild flexion and pronation Signup and view all the answers

The sacciform recess is located in relation to which part of the elbow joint?

Over the neck of the radius Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Arm and Forearm Muscles

The arm and forearm muscles are divided into anterior (flexor) and posterior (extensor) groups.
These groups are involved in movements of the shoulder and elbow joints.

Anatomical Structures

Ulna: Located on the medial aspect of the forearm, acting as a rotary axis for the radius during movements like pronation and supination.
- Contains a proximal end, shaft (body of the ulna) and a distal head.
- Key features are the trochlear notch, the coronoid process, the radial notch and the ulnar notch.
Radius: Located on the lateral aspect of the forearm, plays a part in both pronation and supination movements.
- Composed of a head, neck, shaft, and a distal end.
- Key features are the radial notch, radial tuberosity, and styloid process.
- Radius and ulna are joined by an interosseous membrane that plays a significant role in their movements.
Humerus: Involved in elbow and shoulder joint movements.

Elbow Joint

The elbow joint is a compound synovial joint articulated by the radius, ulna and humerus.
It allows flexion, extension, pronation, and supination movements.

Joints Comprising the Elbow Joint

Humero-ulnar: Trochlear shape
Humeroradial: Ball-and-socket shape
Proximal radio-ulnar: Pivot shape

Elbow Joint Ligaments

Ulnar collateral ligament: Found on the medial side of the elbow, a triangular shaped ligament.
Radial collateral ligament: Located on the lateral side of the elbow.
Annular ligament of radius: Encircles the head of the radius.

Elbow Joint Accessory Ligament

Subtendinous bursa of triceps brachii: Located where the triceps muscle tendons are located on the olecranon.

Movements of the Elbow Joint

Flexion: 0–145°
Extension: 0–5° (hyperextension up to 10° is typical in females)
Pronation: 0–90° - radius rotates over the ulna
Supination: 0–90° - radius and ulna are parallel
Neutral Position: Mild flexion and pronation

Type of Movements (General)

Flexion: bending of a joint
Extension: straightening of a joint
Abduction: moving away from the midline
Adduction: moving towards the midline
Circumduction: circular movement of a body part
Medial Rotation: rotation inward
Lateral Rotation: rotation outward
Pronation: forearm rotates inwards with palm facing downwards
Supination: forearm rotates outwards with palm facing upwards

Muscles of the Arm (Musculi Brachii)

Anterior (flexor) group: Biceps brachii, Coracobrachialis, Brachialis, are mainly responsible for flexing the elbow and shoulder
Posterior (extensor) group: Triceps brachii, Anconeus, responsible for extending the elbow and shoulder

Muscles of the Forearm (Musculi Antebrachii)

Anterior (flexor) group: Divided into four layers with flexor and pronator muscles like Palmaris longus, Pronator teres, Flexor carpi radialis, Flexor carpi ulnaris, Flexor digitorum superficialis.
Lateral (radial) group: Includes superficial muscles like Brachioradialis, Extensor carpi radialis longus, Extensor carpi radialis brevis, and a deep layer muscle, the Supinator.
Posterior (extensor) group: Divided into two layers, with muscles like Extensor digitorum, Extensor digiti minimi, Extensor carpi ulnaris, Abductor pollicis longus, Extensor pollicis brevis, Extensor pollicis longus, Extensor indicis.

Radial Canal/Canalis Nervi Radialis

Space on the humerus posterior surface, housing the radial nerve and deep brachial vessels.
Key boundaries include the radial groove and the lateral and medial heads of the triceps brachii muscles.

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This quiz covers the anatomy and functions of the arm and forearm muscles, focusing on the anterior and posterior muscle groups. Additionally, it discusses the key anatomical structures, including the ulna, radius, and humerus, along with their roles in shoulder and elbow joint movements.