BICEPS BRACHII

• Origin

 

Short head: coracoid process of scapula

Long head: supraglenoid tubercle of scapula

 

• Insertion

 

Radial tuberosity of radius, bicipital aponeurosis

 

• Agonist(s)

 

- Brachialis

- Brachioradialis

 

• Antagonist(s)

 

Triceps Brachii

 

• Function

 

Flexes elbow joint, supinates forearm, assists in shoulder flexion and abduction