serratus anterior

Question 1

serratus anterior origin

Answer 1

outer surfaces upper 8/9 ribs and intercostal fascia

Question 2

serratus anterior insertion

Answer 2

costal surface medial border of scapula

Question 3

serratus anterior dof

Answer 3

laterally

Question 4

serratus anterior nerve supply

Answer 4

long thoracic nerve C5, 6, 7

Question 5

serratus anterior actions

Answer 5

protracts and laterally rotates scapula

Question 6

serratus anterior function

Answer 6

pushing/punching movements