Brachioradialis

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Original Author(s): Oliver Jones
Last updated: October 5, 2022
Revisions: 3

Original Author(s): Oliver Jones
Last updated: October 5, 2022
Revisions: 3

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The brachioradialis is a muscle within the superficial compartment of the posterior forearm. The medial edge of the brachioradialis forms the lateral border of the cubital fossa.

  • Attachments: Originates from the proximal aspect of the lateral supracondylar ridge of humerus. It attaches to the distal end of the radius, just proximal to the radial styloid process.
  • Actions: Flexion at the elbow

Fig 1 – The muscles in the superficial layer of the posterior forearm.