CORACOBRACHIALIS

ORIGIN

Lateral aspect of the apex of the coracoid process of the scapula

 

INSERTION

Medial aspect of the mid shaft of the humerus

 

ACTION

Flexion of the glenohumeral joint

Adduction of the glenohumeral joint

Horizontal adduction of the glenohumeral joint

 

INNERVATION

Musculocutaneous nerve (C5,6,7)

 

PRIMARY JOINT

Glenohumeral Joint

 

KEY STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Dumbbell raise

Arnold press

 

NEW STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Coracobrachialis stretch with/without resistance

 

COMMON INJURIES

Overuse

Straining/stiffness