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Coracorbrachialis

Region

Origin & Insertion

['Origin: Coracoid process of scapula', 'Insertion: Medial humerus (midshaft)']

Synergistic Muscles

['Biceps brachii', 'Anterior deltoid']

Joints

['Glenohumeral joint']

Primary Actions

['Shoulder flexion', 'Adduction']

Nerve & Spinal Segment

Musculocutaneous nerve

Brachial plexus; C5–C7

Interesting

Pierced by musculocutaneous nerve. [Clinically Oriented Anatomy]

Reversal of Action

Common Dysfunctions

Weak shoulder flexion, anterior shoulder instability

How to Stretch

Arm extension stretch with external rotation.

Trigger Points

How to Strengthen

Shoulder flexion and press drills.

Concentric Action

Applications:

Eccentric Action

Isotonic Action

Related Conditions

['Biceps tendinopathy', 'Shoulder strain']

Isometric Action

Exercise Ideas

['Front raise', 'Band press', 'Diagonal arm lift']

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