Supinator Muscle
Origin: Lateral epicondyle of the humerus, the radial collateral ligament, the supinator crest of the ulna, and the radial collateral and annular ligaments
Insertion: Proximal portion of the anterolateral surface of the radius
Actions: Supination of the forearm
Innervation: Radial nerve (C6, C7, C8)
Blood Supply: Radial recurrent artery from the radial artery
Primary Actions of the Supinator
1. Supination of the forearm
Agonists: Biceps Brachii
Antagonists:
- Pronator Teres
- Pronator Quadratus
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Information about cause and effect of supinator pain: Supinator Muscle: Elbow and Thumb Pain
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