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What is the common name for the latissimus dorsi muscle?
What is the common name for the latissimus dorsi muscle?
The triceps brachii muscle primarily allows for flexion of the arm at the elbow joint.
The triceps brachii muscle primarily allows for flexion of the arm at the elbow joint.
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What are the main actions of the latissimus dorsi muscle?
What are the main actions of the latissimus dorsi muscle?
Extension, adduction, medial rotation of the arm
The biceps brachii muscle has _____ heads.
The biceps brachii muscle has _____ heads.
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Which muscle is primarily responsible for the supination of the hand?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the supination of the hand?
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The brachioradialis only flexes the arm at the elbow joint.
The brachioradialis only flexes the arm at the elbow joint.
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Where does the triceps brachii insert?
Where does the triceps brachii insert?
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The latissimus dorsi muscles originate from the _____ column.
The latissimus dorsi muscles originate from the _____ column.
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Match the muscle with its action:
Match the muscle with its action:
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What function do muscles that move the forearm primarily serve?
What function do muscles that move the forearm primarily serve?
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Which of the following muscles is involved in flexing the leg at the knee joint?
Which of the following muscles is involved in flexing the leg at the knee joint?
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The gluteus medius is superficial to the gluteus maximus.
The gluteus medius is superficial to the gluteus maximus.
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What is the primary function of the soleus muscle?
What is the primary function of the soleus muscle?
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The gracilis muscle allows for adduction of the thigh at the hip.
The gracilis muscle allows for adduction of the thigh at the hip.
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Match the following muscles to their primary actions:
Match the following muscles to their primary actions:
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Which muscle is known as the 'lateral hamstring'?
Which muscle is known as the 'lateral hamstring'?
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Regular high-intensity exercise reduces the risk of muscle injuries.
Regular high-intensity exercise reduces the risk of muscle injuries.
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What does PRICE stand for in the treatment of minor injuries?
What does PRICE stand for in the treatment of minor injuries?
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The tendon is where all the muscles of the extensor compartment insert.
The tendon is where all the muscles of the extensor compartment insert.
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What is the most common cause of muscle cramps?
What is the most common cause of muscle cramps?
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Study Notes
Latissimus Dorsi
- Widest and strongest muscle of the back
- Action: extension, adduction, medial rotation of the arm
- Also helps with elevation of the vertebral column and torso
- Originates on the spinal column
Biceps Brachii
- Two heads: both originate on the scapula and insert on the radius
- Action: flexion of the arm at the elbow, supination of the hand
Triceps Brachii
- Originates on the scapula and humerus
- Inserts on the olecranon of the ulna
- Action: extension of the forearm at the elbow joint
Brachioradialis
- Action: flexion of the arm at the elbow joint, controls speed of movement
- Also helps with supination and pronation of the hand
Gluteus Maximus
- One of the largest muscles in the body
- Originates on the pelvis; inserts on the fascia of thigh muscles
- Action: extension of the leg at the hip joint, lateral rotation of the femur
- Also helps with extension of the torso
Gluteus Medius
- Originates at the ilium; inserts on the femur
- Action: abduction and medial rotation of the femur at the hip joint
Hamstring Muscles
- Flexor compartment of the thigh
- Include three muscles that flex the distal lower limb at the knee joint and extend the leg at the hip joint
- Biceps femoris (lateral hamstring)
- Two heads: long and short
- Originate on the ischium and femur; insert on the tibia and fibula
- Semitendinosus (intermediate hamstring)
- Originates at the ischium; inserts at the tibia
- Semimembranosus (medial hamstring)
- Originates at the ischium and inserts at the tibia
Quadriceps
- "Quads"
- Extensor compartment of the thigh
- Four muscles that extend the distal lower limb at the knee joint and flex the leg at the hip joint (rectus femoris)
- Vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, and vastus intermedius originate on the femur, insert onto the patellar tendon
- Rectus femoris originates on the ilia, inserts onto the patellar tendon
Gracilis
- Medial compartment of the thigh
- Originates on the pubis and inserts on the tibia
- Action: adduction of the thigh at the hip, medial rotation of the thigh, flexion of the leg at the knee joint
Soleus
- Superficial posterior compartment of the leg
- Originates at the fibula and tibia; inserts onto the calcaneal (Achilles) tendon
- Permits plantar flexion of the foot at the ankle joint
Gastrocnemius
- Superficial posterior compartment of the leg
- Originates on the femur; inserts at the calcaneal tendon
- Action: plantar flexion of the foot at the ankle joint, flexion of the lower limb at the knee joint
Tibialis Anterior
- Originates on the tibia; inserts on the metatarsals and tarsals
- Action: dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle joint, supination (inversion) of the foot at intertarsal joints
Muscular System Summary
- Human body has many muscles to perform diverse movements
- Muscle structure (origin, insertion, heads, location) dictates muscle function
- Muscle compartments are groups of muscles with similar functions sharing nerve and blood supply
- Homeostatic balance of the muscular system is important for function
Muscular System Homeostatic Imbalances
- Injuries are often activity-related
- Moderate intensity exercise helps reduce injury risk
- Other helpful factors include: stretching, good nutrition, and sleep
- Minor injuries:
- Spasms: involuntary contraction of muscle or muscle group
- Cramps: painful spasms
- Muscle soreness: microscopic damage to muscles
- Can be delayed (24-48 hours after high-intensity exercise)
- Minor injuries treated with PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
- Severe injuries may require rehabilitation and/or medication (NSAIDs, corticosteroids)
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Test your knowledge on key muscles of the body including the Latissimus Dorsi, Biceps Brachii, Triceps Brachii, and Gluteus Maximus. This quiz covers their origins, insertions, actions, and functions. It's perfect for students studying human anatomy or physiology!
