Arm

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Introduction

 

 

 

Anatomy

Arm Muscles

Rotator Cuff

Subscapularis

Supraspinatus

Infraspinatus

Teres minor

Coracobrachialis

 

 

The elbow is a primarily a hinge joint, providing flexion and extension of the forearm. In addition, the radius is involved in pronation and supination.

 

Anatomy and Movement

Bones

The humerus meets the radius and ulna at the elbow, with the radius lateral and ulna medial.

The ulnar olecranon meets the humerus trochlea. The humerus lateral and medial epicondyles are prominent.

 

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Function

 

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Cell Biology

 

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Development

 

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Resources and References

 

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Topic Development

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