Neuroanatomy of Nerves

Flashcards covering key nerve anatomy concepts from the lecture notes.

Phrenic Nerve

A nerve that innervates the diaphragm; irritation can result in hiccups.

Hiccups

A reflex action caused by irritation of the diaphragm, often due to swallowing air.

Axillary Nerve

A nerve that innervates the muscles of the shoulder, including the deltoid.

Ulnar Nerve

A nerve that travels along the ulnar side of the forearm, innervating flexors such as flexor carpi ulnaris.

Tibial Nerve

A nerve that splits into two branches, responsible for innervating muscles along the medial side.

Flexion

A movement that decreases the angle between two body parts, typically involving flexor muscles.

Common Fibular Nerve

A nerve that innervates the anterior part of the leg, responsible for the action of the tibialis anterior.