Spinal levels Flashcards
1
Q
What is a myotome?
A
A group of muscles that a single spinal nerve innervates.
2
Q
What is the myotome of C5?
A
Elbow flexors
3
Q
What is the myotome of C6?
A
Wrist extensors
4
Q
What is the myotome of C7?
A
Elbow extensors
5
Q
What is the myotome of T1?
A
Intrinsic hand muscles
6
Q
What is the myotome of L2?
A
Hip Flexors
7
Q
What is the myotome of L3?
A
Knee Extensors
8
Q
What is the myotome of L4?
A
Ankle dorsiflexors
9
Q
What is the myotome of L5?
A
Long toe extensors.
10
Q
What is the myotome of S1?
A
Ankle plantar flexors.
