Upper Limb

Scapular Region Question 1. Give the origin, insertion, nerve supply and actions of the deltoid muscle. Answer. The deltoid is a three-in-one muscle. It is a strong triangular muscle covering the shoulder like a hood. It is responsible for the rounded contour of the shoulder. Deltoid Muscle Origin Anterior unipennate part: From the anterior border and upper … [Read more...] about Scapular Region

Biceps Question 1. Give the origin, insertion, nerve supply and actions of biceps brachii. Answer. Biceps Brachii Origin biceps muscle Biceps brachii is composed of two heads: Long head arises from the supraglenoid tubercle of the scapula (origin is intracapsular but extrasynovial). The short head arises from the tip of the coracoid process of scapula along … [Read more...] about Biceps

Arterial Anastomosis Of The Elbow Question 1. Write a short note on the arterial anastomosis around the elbow joint. Answer. The arterial anastomosis around the elbow joint is formed between the branches of the following arteries: Brachial artery Radial artery Ulnar artery Arterial anastomosis of the elbow Question 2. Write a short note on the cubital … [Read more...] about Arterial Anastomosis Of The Elbow

Posterior Compartment of The Forearm Question 1. Enumerate the contents of the posterior compartment of the arm. Answer. The contents of the posterior compartment of the arm are: Triceps brachii muscle Radial nerve Profunda brachii artery Posterior compartment of forearm Question 2. Give the origin, insertion, nerve supply and actions of triceps … [Read more...] about Posterior Compartment Of The Forearm

Coracobrachialis Muscle Question 1. Enumerate the various anatomical events that occur at the level of insertion of the coracobrachialis. Answer. "Understanding the coracobrachialis muscle through FAQs: Composition, functions, and uses explained" The anatomical events occurring at the level of insertion of the coracobrachialis are: Circular shaft of humerus becomes … [Read more...] about Coracobrachialis Muscle