Spine & Thorax Flashcards
1
Q
erector spinae group muscles (3)
A
spinalis (inner)
longissimus
iliocostalis
2
Q
erector spinae group (2)
A
laterally flex the vertebral column to the same side
extend the vertebral column
3
Q
multifidi and rotatores (2)
A
rotate the vertebral column to the opposite side
extend the vertebral column
4
Q
semispinalis capitis (1)
A
extend the vertebral column and head
5
Q
splenius capitis and crevicis (3)
A
rotate the head and neck to the same side
laterally flex the head and neck to the same side
extend the head and neck
6
Q
quadratus lumborum (3)
A
laterally tilt (elevate) the pelvis
laterally flex the vertebral column to the same side
assist to extend the vertebral column
