Trunk Muscle Attachment Flashcards
1
Q
Rectus abdominus
A
Crest of the pubis
Xiphoid process of the sternum
Cartilage of ribs 5-7
2
Q
External oblique
A
Lateral side of ribs 4-12
Iliac crest and linea alba
3
Q
Internal oblique
A
Iliac crest
Inguinal ligament
Thoracolumbar fascia
4
Q
Iliacus
A
Transverse process of T12-L5
5
Q
Psoas major
A
Transverse process and lateral bodies of T12-L5 vertebrae, including the intervertebral discs
6
Q
Quadratus laborum
A
Crest of the ilium
7
Q
Erector spinae
A
Angle of ribs and lower level vertebrae
Angle of ribs and higher level vertebrae
8
Q
Transversospinal
A
Transverse process of lower vertebrae
Spinous process of higher vertebrae
