Movements of the scapula Flashcards
1
Q
Muscles producing elevation
A
Trapezius (descending part)
Levator scapulae
Rhomboids
2
Q
Muscles producing depression
A
Gravity Pectoralis major (inferior sternocostal head) Latissimus dorsi Trapezius (ascending part) Serratus anterior (inferior part) Pectoralis minor
3
Q
Muscles producing protraction
A
Serratus anterior
Pectoralis major
Pectoralis minor
4
Q
Muscles producing retraction
A
Trapezius (middle part)
Rhomboids
Latissimus dorsi
5
Q
Muscles producing upward rotation
A
Trapezius (descending part
Trapezius (ascending part)
Serratus anterior (inferior part)
6
Q
Movements producing downward rotation
A
Gravity Levator scapulae Rhomboids Latissimus dorsi Pectoralis minor Pectoralis major (inferior sternocostal head)