Anconeus
Pronuncation | an-COH-nee-us |
Derivation | Ancon, meaning corner or elbow. |
Origin | Lateral epicondyle of humerus. |
Insertion | Olecranon and upper portion of ulna. |
Action | Straightens arm at elbow. |
Anconeus is nestled between the ulna and extensor carpi ulnaris close to the elbow. Here it forms a wedge-shaped relief when tensed.