Supinator
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Description [edit | edit source]
Spinator is a small
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
Origin[edit | edit source]
Insertion[edit | edit source]
Nerve supply[edit | edit source]
Supinator is supplied by the posterior interosseous brach of the radial nerve (C5, C6) [1]
Function[edit | edit source]
Supinator works with biceps brachii if powerful supination is required. However biceps brachii is unable to function to supinate when the elbow is extended[1]
Assessment[edit | edit source]
Palpation[edit | edit source]
Place the patients arm in extension at the elbow and the forearm in midposition. Actively resist supination and palpate along the posterior part of the proximal third of the radius. [1]
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Length[edit | edit source]
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Resourses[edit | edit source]
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