Erector Spinae Flashcards
1
Q
What are the origins of Erector Spinae?
A
Thoracolumbar Fascia
2
Q
What are the insertions of Iliocostalis?
A
Angles of lower 6-7 ribs
3
Q
What are the insertions of Longissimus?
A
Thoracic and Lumbar Transverse Processes
4
Q
What are the insertions of Spinalis?
A
Spinous processes of Thoracis spine and lower Lumbar spine
5
Q
What are the actions of the Erector Spinae?
A
Extension
Ipsilateral Side Flexion
Rotation
6
Q
What are the cervical extensions of the erector spinae muscles?
A
Iliocostalis Cervicis (neck)
Longissimus Cervicis and Capitus (head)
Spinalis Cervicis and Capitus
