Extrinsic muscles of the thoracic limb Flashcards
0
Q
Trapezius
A
Elevate shoulder
Move shoulder forward or backwards
Superficial muscle
1
Q
Extrinsic
A
Connects thoracic limb to the body.
2
Q
Latissimus dorsi
A
Flexes the shoulder.
Superficial muscle
3
Q
Brachiocephalicus
A
Pulls limb forward
Flexes neck laterally
Superficial muscle
4
Q
Rhomboideus
A
Elevates the forelimb
Deep muscle
5
Q
Serratus ventralis
A
Supports the trunk
Carries trunk forward and backward
Deep muscle
6
Q
Superficial pectoral
A
Draws limb inward
Extends shoulder
Superficial muscle
7
Q
Deep pectoral
A
Adduct and retract limb
Flex shoulder
Deep muscle