The brachioradialis runs from the lower, front part of the upper arm, across the elbow to the middle of the forearm. It flexes the forearm at the elbow. It is also capable of both pronation and supination, depending on the position of the forearm. Brachioradialis [...]
The triceps brachii (three-headed upper arm) muscle is a large muscle of the back of the upper arm. It is the primary muscle used for elbow extension (straightening the arm). Trigger points occur in all three heads but referred [...]
The brachialis runs from the lower, front part of the upper arm, across the elbow to the middle of the forearm. It provides most of the strength for elbow flexion. When you do a biceps curl, you are primarily [...]
The subscapularis muscle is the largest of the four rotator cuff muscles. It is responsible for internal rotation and adduction of the your arm at the shoulder. Most importantly, in conjunction with the other rotator cuff muscles, it is [...]
Decades ago, before I became a Myofascial Therapist, I routinely experienced pain when extending my wrists, making exercises like plank pretty difficult. Over time, it passed and returned occasionally, but the recurring episodes were brief and I didn’t [...]
