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superficial muscles of the back - actions Flashcards

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trapezius

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rotates, elevates (superior part), retracts (middle part), and depresses (inferior part) scapula

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latissimus dorsi

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extends, adducts, and medially rotates humerus

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levator scapulae

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elevates and rotates the scapula to tilt the glenoid cavity inferiorly

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rhomboid major

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retracts and rotates the scapula to tilt the glenoid cavity inferiorly

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rhomboid minor

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retracts and rotates the scapula to tilt the glenoid cavity inferiorly

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