Rectus Abdominis Flashcards

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Rectus Abdominis (ORIGIN)

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Pubic symphysis and pubic crest

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Rectus Abdominis (INSERTION)

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Xiphoid process and costal cartilages of ribs 5-7

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Rectus Abdominis (INNERVATION)

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Thoracoabdominal nerves (T7-T11) and subcostal nerve (T12)

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Rectus Abdominis (BLOOD SUPPLY)

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Superior and inferior epigastric arteries

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Rectus Abdominis (ACTION)

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Flexes the lumbar spine.
Compresses abdominal contents.
Stabilizes the pelvis during walking.

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