Origin
Humerus – lateral epicondyle.
Insertion
Ulna.
Blood supply
Profunda brachii, recurrent interosseous artery.
Nerve supply
Radial nerve.
Action
The anconeus muscle helps to stabilize the elbow joint. It also helps to extend the arm.
Disease/Injury
Tennis elbow is a form of tendinitis that affects the anconeus along with other muscles at the elbow joint.
Muscle Exercise
Bench press, shoulder press and triceps extension exercises help to strengthen the anconeus muscle.
Interesting Facts
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