Muscle origin
Long head: from the Supraglenoid tubercle of the scapula.
Short head: from the apex of the Coracoid process of the scapula
Muscle insertion
Radial tuberosity of the radius and deep fascia of the forearm.
Muscle function
Flexion of the shoulder and elbow. Supination of forearm. Stability of AC joint through Acromioclavicular ligament.
Nerver innvervation
C5-C6 (Lovett reactor T12-L1)
Primary muscle type
Phasic / Mixed type (50-60%)
Myofascial lines
Deep front arm line
Primary inhibatory muscles
Upper trapezius, Pectoralis minor, Pectoralis major, Infraspinatus, Triceps, Latissimus, Teres major
Organ relationship (T1-L2, Sacrum, n. Vagus)
Related joints
Associated muscles
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