The anconeus
Anconeus · musculus anconeus
A small triangular muscle at the back of the elbow that helps straighten it.
What it does
The anconeus is a small muscle on the outer back of the elbow, continuous with the triceps. It helps straighten the elbow and steadies the joint when the forearm rotates.
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