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.