Levator Scapula

Question 1

Unilateral action of the Levator Scapula

Answer 1

Elevate the scapula

Downwardly rotate the scapula

Laterally flex the head and neck

Rotate the head and neck to the same side

Question 2

Bilateral Action of the Levator Scapula

Answer 2

Extend the head and neck

Question 3

Origin of the Levator Scapula

Answer 3

The transverse processes of first through fourth cervical vertebrae

Question 4

Instertion of Levator Scapula

Answer 4

Medial border of scapula, between superior angle and superior portion of spine of scapula