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Elbow flexion primarily involves the hinge joint formed by the humerus (upper arm bone) and the ulna (one of the two bones in the forearm). The radius, the other forearm bone, also plays a role but to a lesser extent. The main muscles responsible for elbow flexion are the biceps brachii and brachialis.

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