Pectoralis Minor Flashcards
1
Q
what type of muscle is it
A
Superficial muscles associated with the upper limb and anterior wall
2
Q
What does it lie
A
deep to the pectorals major
3
Q
what does it contribute to
A
anterior wall of the axilla
4
Q
what does it oringiate to
A
3rd , 4th and 5th ribs
5
Q
what does it insert onto
A
coracoid process of the scapula
6
Q
what is its function
A
stabilise the scapula
7
Q
how does pectoralis minor carry out its function
A
drawing it anterioinferior against the thoracic wall
8
Q
what is the blood supply of the pectoralis minor
A
pectoral branch of the thoracrominal artery
9
Q
nerve supply
A
medial pectoral nerve
