Origins + insertions of back muscles Flashcards

Superficial, breathing, deep muscles + quadratus lumborum

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What is the origin and insertion of the levator scapulae?

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Origin: C1 to C4 transverse processes.

Insertion: Scapula.

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What is the origin and insertion of the serratus posterior superior?

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Origin: C7 to T3 spinous processes.

Insertion: Ribs 2-5.

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What is the origin and insertion of the serratus posterior inferior?

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Origin: T11 to L2 spinous processes.

Insertion: Ribs 9-12)

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What is the origin and insertion of the levator costae?

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Origin: C7 to T11 transverse processes.

Insertion: Ribs.

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What is the origin and insertion of the splenius capitis?

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Origin: C7 to T3 spinous processes + nuchal ligament.

Insertion: Occipital bone + mastoid process.

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What is the origin and insertion of the splenius cervicis?

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Origin: T3 to T6 spinous processes.

InsertionL C1 to C3 transverse processes.

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What is the origin and insertion of the quadratus lumborum?

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Origin: L1 to L5 transverse processes + 12th rib.

Insertion: iliac crest.

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