Biceps brachii vs Deltoid
| Properti | Biceps brachii | Deltoid |
|---|---|---|
| Nama Latin | Musculus biceps brachii | Musculus deltoideus |
| Tipe | Muscle | Muscle |
| Sistem Tubuh | Muscular | Muscular |
| Wilayah Tubuh | Upper Arm | Shoulder |
| Fungsi | Primary supinator of the forearm and powerful flexor of the elbow. Also assists in shoulder flexion. The long head assists in shoulder joint stabilization. | The primary abductor of the shoulder joint. The anterior fibers flex and medially rotate the arm. The posterior fibers extend and laterally rotate the arm. Gives the shoulder its rounded … |
| Signifikansi Klinis | Biceps tendon ruptures cause a visible bulge (Popeye deformity). Bicipital tendinitis causes anterior shoulder pain. The biceps reflex tests the C5-C6 nerve roots. | Deltoid paralysis from axillary nerve injury prevents arm abduction. The deltoid is a common site for intramuscular injections. Rotator cuff tears may cause compensatory deltoid overuse. |
| FMA ID | 37670 | 32521 |
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Biceps brachii
Musculus biceps brachii
A two-headed muscle of the anterior compartment of the upper arm, the biceps brachii is the primary supinator of the forearm and a powerful flexor of the elbow, also assisting in flexion of the shoulder. …