Muscles of Anterior Thorax Actions Flashcards
1
Q
Pectoralis Major
A
flexes + adducts + medially rotates arm at shoulder
2
Q
Pectoralis Minor
A
Protracts + depresses scapula
3
Q
Serratus Anterior
A
protracts + rotates scapula
4
Q
External Intercostals
A
Elevates ribcage
5
Q
Internal Intercostals
A
Depresses ribcage
6
Q
Diaphragm
A
contracts - allows respiration