Elbow Articulations

Elbow

Flexion

Bending the joint resulting in a decrease of angle; bringing forearm toward upper arm.

• Brachialis
• Biceps brachii
• Brachioradialis

Extension

Straightening the joint resulting in an increase of angle; bringing forearm away from upper arm.

• Triceps brachii
• Anconeus

Notes

Also see Forearm