Deltoid Flashcards
1
Q
What is the action of ALL the fibers of the deltoid?
A
Abduct the shoulder
2
Q
What is the Deltoids origin?
A
The Lateral one third of clavicle, acromion and spine of the scapula.
3
Q
What is the action of the Anterior fibers of the Deltoid?
A
Flex the shoulder
Medially rotate the shoulder
Horizontally adduct the shoulder
4
Q
What are the actions of the posterior fibers of the Deltoids
A
Extend the shoulder
Laterally rotate the shoulder
Horizontally abduct the shoulder
5
Q
What is the insertion point of the Deltoids?
A
Deltoid Tuberosity
6
Q
What is the antagonist of the Deltoid?
A
It is it’s own Antagonist
7
Q
What are the three segments of Deltoid Fibers?
A
Anterior Fibers
Middle Fibers
Posterior Fibers
