latissimus dorsi Flashcards
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latissimus dorsi origin
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posterior layer of thoracolumbar fascia, T7-S5 spinous processes and supraspinous & interspinous ligaments, posterior part of iliac crest, outer surface of ribs 9-12 and inferior angle of scapula
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latissimus dorsi insertion
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floor of intertubecular groove of humerus
3
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latissimus dorsi dof
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superiorly, laterally
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latissimus dorsi nerve supply
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thoracodorsal nerve C6, 7, 8
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latissimus dorsi actions
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extension of a previously flexed shoulder, adduction & medial rotation of the shoulder
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latissimus dorsi functions
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raise trunk upwards during climbing, rowing, downward stroke during butterfly swimming
