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Which muscle is not classified as a part of the axial musculature?
Which muscle is not classified as a part of the axial musculature?
What is the primary action of the muscles in the pelvic diaphragm?
What is the primary action of the muscles in the pelvic diaphragm?
Which pair of muscles are classified as suprahyoid muscles?
Which pair of muscles are classified as suprahyoid muscles?
Which muscle in the upper limb is primarily responsible for shoulder abduction?
Which muscle in the upper limb is primarily responsible for shoulder abduction?
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What structure is associated with inguinal hernias?
What structure is associated with inguinal hernias?
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Which of the following muscles is included in the erector spinae group?
Which of the following muscles is included in the erector spinae group?
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Which muscle contributes to the formation of the abdominal wall?
Which muscle contributes to the formation of the abdominal wall?
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An injury to the serratus anterior muscle would likely result in what condition?
An injury to the serratus anterior muscle would likely result in what condition?
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Study Notes
Muscles of the Head
- Occipitofrontalis: Consists of two bellies - occipital and frontal, involved in facial expressions.
- Levator Palpebrae Superioris: Responsible for elevating the upper eyelid.
- Orbicularis Oculi: Facilitates eyelid closure and helps in blinking.
- Buccinator: Assists in chewing by keeping food between teeth.
- Orbicularis Oris: Controls movement of the mouth and lips.
- Temporalis: Key muscle in mastication, elevating the mandible.
- Masseter: Another major muscle for chewing, primarily elevating the mandible.
Muscles of the Neck & Back
- Sternocleidomastoid: Rotates and flexes the head; notable for its prominent position.
- Pharyngeal muscles: Involved in swallowing and the movements of the pharynx.
- Suprahyoid muscles: Include geniohyoid, mylohyoid, and digastric, aiding in actions like swallowing.
- Infrahyoid muscles: Include sternohyoid, sternothyroid, and thyrohyoid, help in depressing the hyoid bone.
- Erector Spinae: A group consisting of iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis, crucial for spine extension and posture.
Muscles of the Abdominal Wall
- Rectus Abdominis: Abdominal muscle important for flexing the spine.
- Rectus Sheath: Protects the rectus abdominis muscles.
- Linea Alba: Fibrous structure running down the midline of the abdomen.
- External/Internal Abdominal Oblique: Rotates and flexes the torso.
- Transversus Abdominus: Deepest abdominal muscle, stabilizing the trunk.
Inguinal Region
- Inguinal Ligament and Canal: Passage for structures like the spermatic cord in males.
- Contents of Inguinal Canal: Includes blood vessels, nerves, and spermatic cord.
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Herniation:
- Direct inguinal herniation: Protrudes through abdominal wall.
- Indirect inguinal herniation: More common, through the inguinal canal.
Muscles of the Pelvic Floor
- Pelvic Diaphragm: Supports pelvic organs, composed of levator ani and coccygeus.
Perineum: General
- Borders: Defined anatomical area with specific regions.
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Sub Regions:
- Urogenital Triangle: Contains reproductive organs.
- Anal Triangle: Contains the anal canal.
Upper Limb: Axioappendicular Muscles
- Trapezius: Moves the scapula and supports shoulder elevation.
- Latissimus Dorsi: Extends, adducts, and internally rotates the shoulder.
- Rhomboid Major and Minor: Retract the scapula towards the spine.
- Levator Scapulae: Elevates the scapula, involved in neck movement.
- Pectoralis Major and Minor: Muscles of the chest involved in moving the shoulder.
- Deltoid: Major shoulder muscle responsible for arm abduction.
- Serratus Anterior: Key for scapular rotation; can lead to "winged scapula" if paralyzed.
Upper Limb: Rotator Cuff
- Subscapularis, Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor: Stabilize and support shoulder joint movement.
Upper Limb: Anterior Arm
- Biceps Brachii: Flexes elbow and supinates forearm.
- Brachialis: Primary elbow flexor.
Upper Limb: Posterior Arm
- Triceps Brachii: Involved in extending the elbow.
Upper Limb: Forearm
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Anterior Compartment: Major muscles including
- Pronator teres
- Flexor Carpi Radialis
- Palmaris Longus
- Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
- Flexor Digitorum Superficialis
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Posterior Compartment: Focused on extension, includes
- Brachioradialis
- Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus
- Extensor Digitorum
- Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
Lower Limb: Gluteal Region
- Gluteus Maximus: Main extensor of the hip.
- Gluteus Medius and Minimus: Important for hip stabilization and abduction.
- Hip Stabilizers: Such as piriformis, key for pelvic stability during movement.
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Test your knowledge on the muscles of the head and neck with this quiz based on Chapter 11 of your anatomy studies. Learn about key muscles such as the occipitofrontalis, temporalis, and sternocleidomastoid while assessing your understanding of their functions and locations.
