What is the biceps does when elbow extends?
The biceps brachii muscle does not extend the elbow. It flexes the elbow (i.e. it brings the hand closer to the shoulder). If the elbow is already fully flexed, the biceps could not extend it further. The triceps brachii muscle is the muscle that extends the elbow.Muscle Strains - Related Articles
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