Anatomy: Muscles of the Back Flashcards
1
Q
Name the extrinsic (superficial) muscles of the back
A
Trapezius, levator scapulae, rhomboid minor, rhomboid major, latissimus dorsi
2
Q
Name the intermediate muscles of the back
A
Serratus posterior superior and serratus posterior inferior
3
Q
Name the superficial intrinsic muscles of the back
A
Spinius capitis and splenius capitis
4
Q
Name the intermediate intrinsic muscles of the back
A
Erector spinae - iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis
5
Q
Name the deep intrinsic muscles of the back
A
Transversospinalis - semispinalis, multifidus rotatores, other minor deep intrinsic muscles
