Biceps brachii vs Median nerve
| Propriété | Biceps brachii | Median nerve |
|---|---|---|
| Nom latin | Musculus biceps brachii | Nervus medianus |
| Type | Muscle | Nerve |
| Système corporel | Muscular | Nervous |
| Région corporelle | Upper Arm | Forearm |
| Fonction | Primary supinator of the forearm and powerful flexor of the elbow. Also assists in shoulder flexion. The long head assists in shoulder joint stabilization. | Provides motor innervation to most flexors of the forearm and thenar muscles of the hand. Provides sensory innervation to the lateral palm and palmar surface of the lateral three and … |
| Signification clinique | Biceps tendon ruptures cause a visible bulge (Popeye deformity). Bicipital tendinitis causes anterior shoulder pain. The biceps reflex tests the C5-C6 nerve roots. | Carpal tunnel syndrome is compression of the median nerve at the wrist, causing numbness, tingling, and weakness. Anterior interosseous syndrome affects motor function. Pronator teres syndrome compresses the nerve proximally. … |
| FMA ID | 37670 | 14385 |