Kinesio - Upper Flashcards
Action of the Levator Scapula
elevation of the scapula
Origin of the Subscapularis
subscapular fossa of the scapula
Origin of the infraspinatus
Infraspinous fossa of the scapula
Origin of the coracobrachialis
coracoid process of the scapula
Insertion of the infraspinatus
Posterior greater tubercle of the humerus
Insertion of the Teres Major
medial lip of the intertubercular groove
Action of the Teres Major
extension, medial rotation, adduction, and horizontal abduction of the GH joint
Insertion of the pectoralis major
Lateral lip of the inter-tubercular groove
Action of the Serratus Anterior
abduction, upward rotation, and depression of the scapula
Action of the Trapezius (Upper Fibers
elevation and upward rotation of the scapula
Origin of the Serratus Anterior
lateral ribs 1-9
Action of the Pectoralis Minor
abduction, downward rotation, and depression of the scapula
Action of the biceps brachii
Flexion of the elbow, supination of the forearm, and flexion of the glenohumeral joint
Insertion of the biceps brachii
Tuberosity of the radius and the bicipital aponeurosis
Origin of the Pectoralis Minor
anterolateral aspect of ribs 3-5
Insertion of the Pectoralis Minor
coracoid process of the scapula
Insertion of the Teres Minor
posterior greater tubercle of the humerus
Origin of the Levator Scapula
transverse processes of C1-C4
Origin of the Teres Minor
superior lateral border of the scapula
Insertion of the Trapezius (Upper Fibers)
posterolateral clavicle
Action of the triceps brachii
All heads: extension of the elbow long head: extension and adduction of the glenohumeral joint