Brachialis Anatomy
Origin: Lower half of the anterior aspect of the humerus
Insertion: Tuberosity and coronoid process of the ulna
Actions: Flexion of the forearm at the elbow
Innervation: Musculocutaneous nerve (C5, C6)
Blood Supply: Muscular branches from the brachial artery and the radial recurrent artery from the radial artery
Primary Actions of the Brachialis
1. Flexion of the forearm at the elbow
Agonists:
Agonists:
- Biceps Brachii
- Brachioradialis
Antagonists:
- Triceps Brachii
- Anconeus
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