Scapulothoracic Joint Movement

Question 1

Scapular Elevators

Answer 1

1) Upper trapezius
2) Levator Scapulae
3) Rhomboids

Question 2

Scapular Depressors

Answer 2

1) Lower Traps
2) Lats
3) Pec Minor
4) Subclavius
5) Lower fibers of Serratus anterior
6) Pec Major (sternal portion)

Question 3

Scapular Protractor

Answer 3

1) Serratus Anterior: Prevents scapular winging

Question 4

Scapulothoracic Upward Rotators

Answer 4

1) Serratus Anterior
2) Upper and Lower Traps
Force Couples

Question 5

Scapulothoracic Downward Rotators

Answer 5

1) Rhomboids
2) Levator Scapulae
3) Pec Minor

Question 6

Scapulothoracic Anterior Tilt

Answer 6

Pec Minor

Question 7

Scapulothoracic Posterior Tilt

Answer 7

Serratus Anterior