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  Biceps Brachii
The biceps brachii is a stronger elbow flexor when the radioulnar joint (forearm) is supinated.
The biceps brachii is a stronger forearm supinator when the elbow is flexed.
During elbow flexion, motor units in the lateral portion of the long head of the biceps are preferentially activated, whereas during forearm rotation, motor units in the medial portion are preferentially activated (Ter Harr Romeny, et al.
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  Biceps brachii muscle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The term biceps brachii is a Latin phrase meaning "two heads of the arm", in reference to the fact that the muscle consists of two bundles with a common insertion point near the elbow.
These are the coracobrachialis muscle, which like the biceps attaches to the coracoid process of the scapula, and the brachialis muscle which connects to the ulna and the humerus.
One of the main functions of the biceps is to allow supination of the forearm, which refers to the allowing the forearm, and subsequently, the palm, to be rotated or moved, not dissimilar to the movement of the biceps curl.
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 Biceps - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A biceps is either of two muscles that are made up of two distinct parts.
In general usage, the biceps is the biceps brachii, the prominent muscle on the upper arm, popularly associated with bodily strength
Biceps can less commonly refer to the biceps femoris, one of the hamstring muscles of the underside of the thigh
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 The Physician and Sportsmedicine: Proximal Biceps Tendon Rupture
The distal biceps tendon was palpable and nontender.
The long head of the biceps is at risk of injury and degenerative changes because of its mechanical function and proximity to the rotator cuff, bicipital groove, and acromion (8).
Biceps strength may be tested more specifically by having the patient adduct the affected arm, hold the elbow at 90° flexion with the forearm supinated, and then flex the elbow against resistance.
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 SCOI Presents Biceps Tendon FAQs
The biceps tendon is a long cord-like structure which is located in the front of the shoulder.
The short head of the biceps is a continuation of the conjoined tendon which originates from a bony hook (the coracoid) at the front of the shoulder blade.
If the biceps tendon is completely rupture, causing the muscle to bulge in the upper arm, a tenodesis can be done only if the distal portion remains near the top of the shoulder.
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 Biceps Brachii - Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics   (Site not responding. Last check: )
- ref: The anatomy of the bicipital tuberosity and distal biceps tendon.
Traumatic closed transection of the biceps brachi in the military parachutist.
The role of the long head of the biceps brachii in superior stability of the glenohumeral joint.
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 Biceps
The biceps tendon is a long cord-like structure which is located in the front of the shoulder.
The short head of the biceps is a continuation of the conjoined tendon which originates from a bony hook (the coracoid) at the front of the shoulder blade.
If the biceps tendon is completely rupture, causing the muscle to bulge in the upper arm, a tenodesis can be done only if the distal portion remains near the top of the shoulder.
www.hawaiiortho.com /Patient_Info/Shoulder/Biceps/biceps.html   (715 words)

  
 Highbeam Encyclopedia - Search Results for biceps
Originating in the shoulder area, the heads of the biceps merge partway down the arm to form a rounded mass of tissue linked by a tendon to the...
A deep tendon reflex occurring in response to a tap on the tendon of the biceps muscle near the elbow.[Named after the biceps brachii muscle, from Latin bis twice + caput a head, alluding to the fact that it has two heads at its origin]...
The biceps muscle of the thigh bends the leg; the quadriceps straightens it.
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 Biceps Tendonitis   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The biceps muscle is located in the front part of the upper arm and attaches at the elbow and in two places at the shoulder.
Biceps tendonitis, also called bicipital tendonitis, is inflammation that causes pain in the front part of the shoulder or upper arm.
Biceps tendonitis occurs from overuse of the arm and shoulder or from an injury to the biceps tendon.
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 Rupture of the Biceps Tendon - DynoMed.com   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The biceps muscle bends the arm at the elbow and rotates the forearm so the palm of the hand faces upward.  Two tendons from this muscle extend and attach to the scapula while at the lower end, another tendon attaches to the radius bone of the lower arm.
Ruptures of the biceps tendon commonly occur in the tendons that connect the bicep to the shoulder blade.  They do rupture in the lower arm area, but this is rare.
The biceps tendon may rupture as a result of chronic tendinitis in the biceps tendon.  Most often, these ruptures occur in patients older than 40 who have a long history of shoulder problems, such as impingement syndrome, rotator cuff injuries.  In these conditions, over time the biceps tendon becomes worn and torn, ultimately rupturing.
www.dynomed.com /encyclopedia/encyclopedia/shoulder/Rupture_of_the_Biceps_Tendon.html   (352 words)

  
 SCOI Technique for Biceps Tenodesis
The biceps tendon groove is palpated and the sheath opened to expose the tendon.
The electrosurgical tool is used to mark a spot in the biceps groove which corresponds Figure 3 to the position of the marker suture.
The diameter of the hole is similar to that of the biceps tendon.
www.orthonet.on.ca /shoulderscope/scoi_technique_for_biceps_tenodesis.htm   (902 words)

  
 eMedicine - Biceps Tendinopathy : Article Excerpt by: Peter Gonzalez, MD
The biceps musculotendinous junction is particularly susceptible to overuse injuries, especially in individuals performing repetitive lifting activities.
The biceps brachii is innervated by the musculocutaneous nerve (C5, C6).
The actions of the biceps brachii muscle is flexion of the elbow, supination of the forearm, humeral head depression, and shoulder flexion (short head primarily).
www.emedicine.com /pmr/byname/biceps-tendinopathy.htm   (574 words)

  
 New Treatment for Biceps Tendon Injuries
The biceps muscle is located in the arm, with tendons that attach it at one end to the bones around the shoulder and at the other end to the radius bone near the elbow.
Biceps tendon injuries are unheard of in women, and rare in young male athletes and men under age 35.
Biceps tendon injuries also can occur in male weight lifters during a specialized work out when they isolate the powerful biceps muscle and put extra force on its tendon.
www.clevelandclinic.org /health/health-info/docs/2800/2858.asp?index=10448   (782 words)

  
 Injections for Tennis or Golfer's Elbow and Biceps Tendonitis - Patient UK
With the patient sitting or lying, the biceps tendon is identified in the groove, and the point of insertion noted.
To inject into the area of the long head of the biceps tendon, the needle is inserted directly into the most tender area over the bicipital groove.
Biceps tendonitis tends to occur in weight lifters and with repetitive overhead activity.
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 Ronnie Coleman on Biceps
To be honest, biceps have been one of the easiest bodyparts to develop.
The execution is along the same lines as that used with one arm cable curls; I maintain pressure on the biceps throughout the completion of each set and hold the weight in the midpoint position for a peak contraction.
Remember, my biceps training routine can be followed by weight trainers of all levels, though for beginners, I would suggest a slight modification to the routine.
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 How to Build Stronger Biceps | eHow.com
The biceps are the prominent pair of muscles on the front of the upper arm connecting the shoulder to the elbow - and are used in everything from turning a key to lifting heavy boxes.
Biceps curls can also be done with improved form and localization while sitting on the edge of a weight bench or with your back against a wall.
Keep in mind that toned biceps can be hidden under an excess layer of fat.
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 biceps - Definitions from Dictionary.com
either of two flexor muscles, one (biceps brachii) located in the front of the upper arm and assisting in bending the arm, and the other (biceps femoris) located on the back of the thigh and assisting in bending the leg.
Either of two muscles, biceps brachii of the arm or biceps femoris of the leg, each with two points of origin.
The biceps of the arm bends the elbow, while the biceps of the leg helps to bend the knee as part of the hamstring.
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 Biceps definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
Biceps: The biceps is a muscle that has two heads or origins.
In Latin, biceps means two-headed and is derived from "bis", twice + "caput", head.
The biceps brachii is the well-known flexor muscle in the upper arm and bulges when the arm is bent in a C-shape with the fist toward the forehead.
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 News | B.I.C.E.P.S.
The Report was presented on June 7th by Morten Hansen, SSE Riga and Alf Vanags, BICEPS.
In late February BICEPS research fellow Olga Rastrigina visited Pavlodar, Kazakhstan where she participated in the conference “Entrepreneurship, Competitiveness and Life Quality: Problems and Perspectives under Current Conditions” which took place during 23-24 of February.
On 19th February BICEPS together with the TeliaSonera Institute at SSE Riga hosted a workshop on the EU Commission’s ongoing Review of the Electronic Communications Framework.
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 Bodybuilding.com - Exercise Guides Database.
Pull your arms up until your biceps touch your forearms, keeping your palms in a facing in position.
Tips: This is like the normal EZ Bar Bicep Curl, but with a closer grip which works the outer part of the biceps more.
Contract your biceps as far as you can go, then slowly return to the starting position.
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