Anconeus

Authors
Affiliations

Nathaniel Yomogida, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Chloë Kerstein, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Muscle Origin Insertion Innervation Action
Anconeus

Origin

  • Lateral epicondyle of humerus1
  • Some variations of the anconeus originate from the posterior joint capsule1

Insertion

Olecranon of ulna (Radial surface)1

Innervation

Radial N. (C6, C7, C8)1

Action

  • Elbow: Weak extension1
  • Tightens/stabilizes the elbow joint1

Notes

1.
Gilroy AM, MacPherson BR, Wikenheiser JC, Voll MM, Wesker K, Schünke M, eds. Atlas of Anatomy. 4th ed. Thieme; 2020.

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