Extrinsic Back Muscles
Extrinsic Back Muscles – Functional Anatomy
Overview Origin posterior axial skeleton Insertion scapulaupper humerus Function retract the scapuladepress & elevate the scapulaRotate the scapula upward and…
6 years ago
Trapezius – Functional Anatomy
Overview Trapezius anatomy is complex. The trapezius is a broad, flat muscle covering the upper back. It is named for…
6 years ago
Latissimus Dorsi- Functional Anatomy
The anatomy of the latissimus dorsi seems simple but ends up attaching to more bones in the back than almost…
6 years ago
Rhomboid Major and Minor Muscles – Functional Anatomy
Rhomboid Muscles The anatomy of the rhomboid major and minor seems straightforward. These muscles attach the upper thoracic and lower…
6 years ago
Levator Scapula – Functional Anatomy
Levator Scapula - Anterior View Overview The Levator scapula is a ropy extrinsic back muscle that connects the scapula to…
6 years ago