Radial Nerve Overview | Branches & Functions

Radial Nerve Overview | Branches & Functions

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The video tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of the radial nerve, detailing its origin from the brachial plexus and its path through the posterior brachium and forearm. It explains the sensory and motor functions of the radial nerve's branches, including the superficial and deep radial nerves, and their roles in innervating muscles such as the triceps brachii, anconeus, brachioradialis, and various extensors. The tutorial also covers the transition of the deep radial nerve into the posterior interosseous nerve and its significance in forearm muscle innervation.

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What are the root values of the radial nerve?

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Describe the path of the radial nerve as it travels through the arm.

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What muscles are innervated by the radial nerve in the posterior brachium?

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What role does the anconeus muscle play in elbow movement?

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Explain the difference between the superficial and deep branches of the radial nerve.

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What is the function of the deep radial nerve after it enters the supinator tunnel?

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List the muscles innervated by the posterior interosseous nerve.

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