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What is the primary function of the rotator cuff muscles?
What is the primary function of the rotator cuff muscles?
Which of the following muscles is NOT classified as a flexor muscle of the forearm?
Which of the following muscles is NOT classified as a flexor muscle of the forearm?
Identify the correct bone configuration in the forearm.
Identify the correct bone configuration in the forearm.
Which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the elbow?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for extending the elbow?
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What is the role of the brachial plexus in the upper extremity?
What is the role of the brachial plexus in the upper extremity?
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Study Notes
Upper Extremity Overview
- Comprises the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand.
Arm
- Extends from the glenoid cavity to the elbow.
- Contains the humerus, the sole bone of the arm.
- Muscles are grouped for shoulder movement:
- Flexor muscle (Anterior): Responsible for flexing the elbow, notably the biceps brachii.
- Extensor muscle (Posterior): Includes the triceps brachii, facilitating elbow extension.
Rotator Cuff Muscles
- Consists of five key muscles:
- Deltoid
- Supraspinatus
- Infraspinatus
- Teres minor
- Subscapularis
- Essential for arm rotation.
Posterior Part of the Arm
- Houses the cephalic and basilic veins, important for venous drainage.
- Contains the brachial plexus, a network of nerves supplying the arm.
- The brachial artery is the major blood vessel supplying the arm.
Forearm
- Extends from the elbow to the wrist.
- Composed of two bones:
- Ulna (medial)
- Radius (lateral).
Forearm Muscles
- Grouped into flexor and extensor muscles:
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Flexor muscles include:
- Flexor carpi ulnaris
- Flexor digitorum superficialis
- Flexor carpi radialis
- Palmaris longus
- Pronator teres
- Supinator
- Pronator quadratus (not specifically mentioned but often included).
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Flexor muscles include:
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Description
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the upper limb, including the structure and functions of the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand. This quiz also covers important muscle groups such as the flexors, extensors, and rotator cuff muscles. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of upper extremity anatomy.
