Rotator Cuff

Question 1

Teres minor (rotator cuff)

Top of the ribs top of shoulder blade

Answer 1

Integrated function:
Essentrically decelerates shoulder internal rotation
Isometrically stabilizes the shoulder girdle

Question 2

Infraspinatus (rotator cuff)

Interior of the rib cage to the top of the humerus

Answer 2

Integrated function:
Eccentrically decelerates shoulder internal rotation
Isometrically stabilizes the shoulder girdle

Question 3

Subscapularis (Rotator cuff)

From the scapula to the top of humerus

Answer 3

Integrated function:
Eccentrically decelerates shoulder external rotation
Isometrically stabilize the shoulder girdle

Question 4

Supraspinatus (rotator cuff)

Really small muscles going from the scapula to the top of the humerus

Answer 4

Integrated function:
Eccentrically decelerates adduction of the arm
Isometrically stabilizes the shoulder girdle