Forearm Muscles

Front

What is the function of the brachioradialis muscle?

Back

The brachioradialis muscle primarily flexes the forearm at the elbow.

Front

Where is the flexor carpi radialis located?

Back

The flexor carpi radialis is located on the anterior (flexor) compartment of the forearm, originating from the medial epicondyle of the humerus.

Front

What is the role of the palmaris longus muscle?

Back

The palmaris longus muscle assists in flexing the wrist and tensing the palmar aponeurosis.

Front

What is the primary action of the flexor carpi ulnaris?

Back

The flexor carpi ulnaris primarily flexes and adducts the wrist.

Front

What is the function of the pronator quadratus muscle?

Back

The pronator quadratus muscle pronates the forearm, turning the palm downwards.

Front

What is the role of the flexor digitorum superficialis?

Back

The flexor digitorum superficialis flexes the middle phalanges of the fingers.

Front

What is the primary action of the biceps brachii?

Back

The biceps brachii primarily flexes the elbow and supinates the forearm.

Front

Where is the brachialis muscle located?

Back

The brachialis muscle is located beneath the biceps brachii, originating from the humerus and inserting on the ulna.

Front

What is the function of the supinator muscle?

Back

The supinator muscle supinates the forearm, turning the palm upwards.

Front

What is the primary action of the pronator teres?

Back

The pronator teres muscle pronates the forearm and assists in flexing the elbow.