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What is the function of the pectoralis major muscle?
What is the function of the pectoralis major muscle?
Which nerve supplies the pectoralis minor muscle?
Which nerve supplies the pectoralis minor muscle?
Where does the pectoralis minor muscle originate from?
Where does the pectoralis minor muscle originate from?
What structures pierce the clavipectoral fascia?
What structures pierce the clavipectoral fascia?
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What is the action of the serratus muscle?
What is the action of the serratus muscle?
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What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis minor muscle?
What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis minor muscle?
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Which muscle is responsible for protraction of the scapula and upward rotation?
Which muscle is responsible for protraction of the scapula and upward rotation?
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What is the action of the subclavius muscle?
What is the action of the subclavius muscle?
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Where does the cephalic vein pierce through in the clavipectoral fascia?
Where does the cephalic vein pierce through in the clavipectoral fascia?
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What is the origin of the pectoralis major muscle's clavicular head?
What is the origin of the pectoralis major muscle's clavicular head?
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Study Notes
Pectoralis Muscles
- The pectoralis major muscle is responsible for adduction, flexion, and medial rotation of the humerus.
- The pectoralis minor muscle is supplied by the medial pectoral nerve.
- The pectoralis minor muscle originates from the third to fifth ribs.
Clavipectoral Fascia
- The clavipectoral fascia is pierced by the cephalic vein, thoracoacromial artery, and lymphatic vessels.
Serratus Muscle
- The serratus muscle is responsible for rotating the scapula and moving it forward and upward.
Muscle Functions
- The subclavius muscle is responsible for depressing the shoulder and elevating the thorax.
- The pectoralis major muscle's clavicular head originates from the medial half of the clavicle.
- The serratus muscle is responsible for protraction of the scapula and upward rotation.
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Test your knowledge on the pectoral region and pectoral muscles. Learn about the definition, anatomy, and structure of the pectoral region, including the attachments and functions of the pectoral muscles.
