Scapula movements---WHY?? Flashcards
1
Q
Elevation
A
trapezius (descending part)
levator scapulae
rhomboids
2
Q
Depression
A
trapezius (ascending part) latissimus dorsi pectoralis major pectoralis minor serratus anterior
3
Q
Protraction
A
serratus anterior
pectoralis major
pectoralis minor
4
Q
Retraction
A
trapezius (middle part)
rhomboids
latissimus dorsi
5
Q
Upward rotation
A
trapezius (descending part)
trapezius (ascending part)
serratus anterior
6
Q
Downward rotation
A
latissimus dorsi pectoralis major pectoralis minor levator scapulae rhomboids