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Anconeus

  • origin: posterior surface of lateral epicondyle of humerus;
  • insertion: lateral side of olecranon process and posterior surface of proximal portion of ulna;
  • action: extension and pronation of the forearm at the elbow;
  • nerve supply: radial, C5, C6;
  • synergist: triceps brachii

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