Origins and insertions of the arm muscles

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6 Feb 201807:06

Summary

TLDRIn this engaging video, Hailey from Parallel Coaching guides viewers through the origins and insertions of the biceps brachii and triceps brachii, crucial for Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology exams. She emphasizes the importance of understanding muscle locations, actions, and terminology. Using memorable mnemonics like 'big biceps pull the girls' and the acronym HOJI, she simplifies complex concepts. The video highlights the biceps' role in flexion and the triceps' role in extension while encouraging audience interaction. This informative session is a valuable resource for anyone preparing for anatomy exams.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Understanding the full names of muscles like biceps brachii and triceps brachii is essential for clarity in anatomy.
  • 🤔 Biceps brachii is located on the front (anterior) of the upper arm, while triceps brachii is located on the back (posterior).
  • 🔄 Biceps and triceps work together as agonist-antagonist pairs, meaning they have opposing functions in movement.
  • 📍 Both the biceps brachii and triceps brachii cross two key joints: the shoulder and the elbow.
  • ❤️ The origin of a muscle is the point closest to the heart, while the insertion is the point further away, a concept summarized by the acronym HOJI.
  • ⚙️ Biceps brachii originates from the anterior surface of the scapula and inserts on the upper radius.
  • 📉 When the biceps brachii contracts, it causes elbow flexion and shoulder flexion, allowing for pulling movements.
  • 📏 The triceps brachii originates from the posterior upper humerus and posterior scapula, inserting on the upper ulna.
  • 📈 The triceps brachii is responsible for elbow extension and shoulder extension, counteracting the biceps' pulling action.
  • 👍 Viewers are encouraged to engage with the video by liking, commenting, and subscribing for more anatomy content.

Q & A

  • What are the two main muscles of the upper arm discussed in the video?

    -The two main muscles of the upper arm discussed are the biceps brachii and the triceps brachii.

  • Why is it important to use the term 'brachii' instead of just 'biceps' and 'triceps'?

    -Using 'brachii' clarifies that these muscles are located in the arm, helping to avoid confusion with similar terms like 'biceps femoris' which is in the leg.

  • How can one remember the location of the biceps and triceps muscles?

    -The biceps are located on the front (anterior) of the arm, while the triceps are on the back (posterior). Remembering that biceps are on the front and triceps on the back can help.

  • What does the acronym 'hoji' stand for, and how is it useful?

    -The acronym 'hoji' stands for 'Heart, Origin, Joint, Insertion.' It helps in remembering that the origin of a limb muscle is closer to the heart and the insertion is beyond the joint.

  • Where does the biceps brachii originate and insert?

    -The biceps brachii originates from the anterior surface of the scapula and inserts on the upper radius.

  • What joint actions are performed by the biceps brachii?

    -The biceps brachii is responsible for elbow flexion and shoulder flexion.

  • What origin and insertion points are associated with the triceps brachii?

    -The triceps brachii originates on the posterior upper humerus and the posterior scapula, and it inserts on the upper ulna.

  • How does the action of the triceps brachii differ from that of the biceps brachii?

    -The triceps brachii is responsible for elbow extension and shoulder extension, while the biceps brachii is responsible for flexion at both joints.

  • What mnemonic can help differentiate between the radius and the ulna?

    -A helpful mnemonic is 'thumbs up, ulnar is underneath,' meaning when you give a thumbs-up, the ulna is the bone underneath your thumb.

  • What should viewers do if they liked the video?

    -Viewers are encouraged to hit the thumbs up button, leave a comment about their biggest takeaway, and subscribe for future notifications.

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