Scapulothoracic Muscles

Description

Some of the scapulothoracic muscles (pec minor not pictured)

Name

• Scapulothoracic Muscles

General

• Group of muscles that connect the scapula to the thorax
• Provide support to the scapulothoracic joint and shoulder girdle

Muscles

• Trapezius: elevation, depression, rotation
• Serratus Anterior: protraction, elevation
• Levator Scapulae: elevation, retraction
• Rhomboid Muscles: retract, stabilize
• Pectoralis Minor: protract, internally rotate

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Clinical Significance

• Needs to be updated

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See Also

• Shoulder Pain Main
• Physical Exam Shoulder
• Shoulder Anatomy Main

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