Shoulder Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
Elevation
A
- upper traps
- levator scapulae
- rhomboids
2
Q
Depression
A
- lower traps
- latissimus dorsi
- pectoral is minor
- subclavius
3
Q
Protraction
A
- serrated anterior
4
Q
Retraction
A
- middle traps (best line of force bc they’re perpendicular)
- rhomboids
- lower traps
5
Q
Upward Rotation
A
- Serratus Ant
- upper and lower traps
6
Q
Posterior Tilting
A
- serratus ant
- trapezius
7
Q
External rotation
A
- Serratus ant
- trapezius