Exploring Posterior Major Muscles
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Objective
I can identify the location and function of the posterior major muscles.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
The trapezius muscle has three main functions: to elevate the scapula, extend the neck, and retract the scapula.
- 2
The infraspinatus and teres minor muscles both laterally rotate or externally rotate at the shoulder joint, making them synergists.
- 3
The erector spinae muscles, including the spinalis, longissimus, and iliocostalis, extend the vertebral column and neck.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
7 questions
The trapezius muscle has three main functions. Name two of them.
What is the primary function of both the infraspinatus and teres minor muscles?
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Exit ticket
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“Name the three functions of the teres major muscle and its location.”
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