Brachioradialis

(noun)

A muscle of the posterior compartment of the forearm that flexes the forearm.

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Examples of Brachioradialis in the following topics:

  • How Skeletal Muscles Produce Movements

    • During flexing of the forearm, the brachioradialis and brachialis act as synergist muscles, aiding the biceps brachii in pulling the forearm up towards the shoulder.
    • The brachioradialis and brachialis are synergist muscles, and the rotator cuff (not shown) fixes the shoulder joint allowing the biceps brachii to exert greater force.

  • Muscles of the Humerus that Act on the Forearm

    • Brachioradialis - The brachioradialis is located in the superficial region of the forearm posterior compartment,
    • Produced by the brachialis, biceps brachii, and brachioradialis of the forearm.

  • Reflexes and Diagnosis

  • Humerus (The Upper Arm)

    • The deltoid, corocobrachialis, brachialis, and brachioradialis muscles attach to the anterior surface, with the triceps brachii attaching to the posterior.

  • Muscles of the Wrist and Hand

    • Brachioradialis - The brachioradialis is located in the superficial region of the forearm posterior compartment.