Elevators

Question 1

Trapezius (upper)

Answer 1

Origin- superior nuchal line and external occipital protuberance of occipital bone
Insertion- upper lat 1/3 of clavicle

Innervation- Spinal Accessory (XI) C3-4
Other actions- side flex/extend neck

Question 2

Levator Scapulae

Answer 2

Origins- transverse processes of C1-4 (sits lat)
Insertion- med border scapula between sup angle and med end of scapular spine

Innervation- Dorsal Scapula C4-5
Other actions- side flex/ext of neck, resists depression if weight in hand