pectoralis minor

Question 1

pectoralis minor origin

Answer 1

coracoid process of scapula

Question 2

pectoralis minor insertion

Answer 2

outer surface of ribs 3, 4, 5 and intercostal fascia

Question 3

pectoralis minor nerve supply

Answer 3

medial and lateral pectoral nerves C6, 7, 8

Question 4

pectoralis minor actions

Answer 4

protracts and medially rotates the scapula

Question 5

pectoralis minor function

Answer 5

elevates the ribs in forced inspiration (during exercise)