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Which of the following muscle groups are located in the shoulder girdle?
Which of the following muscle groups are located in the shoulder girdle?
- Hand Muscles
- Brachial Muscles
- Scapulohumeral Muscles (correct)
- Forearm Muscles
Which of the following muscles is responsible for the outward rotation of the arm?
Which of the following muscles is responsible for the outward rotation of the arm?
- Subscapularis
- Infraspinatus (correct)
- Teres Minor (correct)
- Supraspinatus
Which muscle is responsible for the inward rotation of the arm?
Which muscle is responsible for the inward rotation of the arm?
- Supraspinatus
- Teres Minor
- Subscapularis (correct)
- Infraspinatus
Which of these muscles helps to elevate the scapula?
Which of these muscles helps to elevate the scapula?
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for elbow flexion?
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for elbow flexion?
Which muscle is the primary mover of elbow extension?
Which muscle is the primary mover of elbow extension?
Which muscle compartment of the forearm is responsible for wrist flexion and finger flexion?
Which muscle compartment of the forearm is responsible for wrist flexion and finger flexion?
Which muscle compartment of the forearm is responsible for wrist extension and finger extension?
Which muscle compartment of the forearm is responsible for wrist extension and finger extension?
Which of the following are muscles of the hand?
Which of the following are muscles of the hand?
What is the origin of the pectoralis major muscle?
What is the origin of the pectoralis major muscle?
What are the actions of the pectoralis minor muscle?
What are the actions of the pectoralis minor muscle?
What nerve innervates the pectoralis minor?
What nerve innervates the pectoralis minor?
What is the primary blood supply to the pectoral region?
What is the primary blood supply to the pectoral region?
The serratus anterior muscle is located superficial to the pectoralis minor muscle.
The serratus anterior muscle is located superficial to the pectoralis minor muscle.
The external intercostal muscles are responsible for depressing ribs during exhalation.
The external intercostal muscles are responsible for depressing ribs during exhalation.
What are the major components of the mammary gland?
What are the major components of the mammary gland?
What structures support and enclose the mammary gland?
What structures support and enclose the mammary gland?
The mammary gland is only found in females.
The mammary gland is only found in females.
Flashcards
Deltoid Muscle Function
Deltoid Muscle Function
Primarily responsible for arm abduction (raising the arm sideways).
Rotator Cuff Role
Rotator Cuff Role
Stabilizes the shoulder joint & controls humerus position.
Supraspinatus Function
Supraspinatus Function
Abducts the arm.
Infraspinatus Function
Infraspinatus Function
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Teres Minor Function
Teres Minor Function
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Subscapularis Function
Subscapularis Function
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Trapezius Muscle Action
Trapezius Muscle Action
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Rhomboids Role
Rhomboids Role
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Levator Scapulae
Levator Scapulae
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Biceps Brachii Function
Biceps Brachii Function
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Brachialis Function
Brachialis Function
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Triceps Brachii Role
Triceps Brachii Role
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Anterior Forearm Muscles
Anterior Forearm Muscles
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Posterior Forearm Muscles
Posterior Forearm Muscles
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Flexion
Flexion
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Extension
Extension
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Abduction
Abduction
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Adduction
Adduction
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Internal Rotation
Internal Rotation
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External Rotation
External Rotation
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Supination
Supination
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Pronation
Pronation
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Thenar Muscles
Thenar Muscles
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Hypothenar Muscles
Hypothenar Muscles
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Interossei Muscles
Interossei Muscles
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Pectoralis Major Origin
Pectoralis Major Origin
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Pectoralis Major Insertion
Pectoralis Major Insertion
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Pectoralis Major Action
Pectoralis Major Action
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Pectoralis Major Innervation
Pectoralis Major Innervation
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Pectoralis Minor Origin
Pectoralis Minor Origin
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Pectoralis Minor Insertion
Pectoralis Minor Insertion
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Pectoralis Minor Action
Pectoralis Minor Action
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Pectoralis Minor Innervation
Pectoralis Minor Innervation
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Pectoral Blood Supply
Pectoral Blood Supply
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Thoracic Nerve Function?
Thoracic Nerve Function?
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Chest Wall Components
Chest Wall Components
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Intercostal Muscle Function
Intercostal Muscle Function
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Serratus Anterior Location
Serratus Anterior Location
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Serratus Anterior Role
Serratus Anterior Role
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Mammary Gland Location
Mammary Gland Location
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Mammary Gland Structure
Mammary Gland Structure
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Mammary Gland Function
Mammary Gland Function
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Mammary Gland Support
Mammary Gland Support
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Nipple and Areola
Nipple and Areola
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Mammary Gland Variation
Mammary Gland Variation
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Mammary Gland Tumors
Mammary Gland Tumors
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What's the main action of the Pectoralis Major?
What's the main action of the Pectoralis Major?
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Where does the Pectoralis Minor insert?
Where does the Pectoralis Minor insert?
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What's the function of the external intercostal muscles?
What's the function of the external intercostal muscles?
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What's the function of the internal intercostal muscles?
What's the function of the internal intercostal muscles?
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What's the role of the serratus anterior muscle?
What's the role of the serratus anterior muscle?
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What type of gland is the mammary gland?
What type of gland is the mammary gland?
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What are alveoli in the mammary gland?
What are alveoli in the mammary gland?
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What is the role of lactiferous ducts?
What is the role of lactiferous ducts?
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What are the main structures involved in lactation?
What are the main structures involved in lactation?
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Why is the mammary gland prone to tumors?
Why is the mammary gland prone to tumors?
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Study Notes
Overview of Upper Limb Muscles
- The upper limb muscles are categorized into groups based on their location and function.
- These groups are crucial for various movements, including flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
- The muscles span from the shoulder girdle to the hand, interacting with bones and joints in intricate ways to allow a wide range of motion.
Muscles of the Shoulder Girdle (Scapulohumeral Muscles)
- Deltoid: A large, triangular muscle that forms the rounded contour of the shoulder. It is primarily responsible for abduction (raising the arm sideways). Different portions of the deltoid are activated for different ranges of arm movement, such as anterior, middle, and posterior deltoid.
- Rotator Cuff Muscles: A group of four muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis). These muscles are crucial for stabilizing the shoulder joint during movement. They control the position and rotation of the humerus in the glenoid cavity.
- Supraspinatus: Abducts the arm.
- Infraspinatus: Externally rotates the arm.
- Teres Minor: Externally rotates and adducts the arm.
- Subscapularis: Internally rotates the arm.
- Trapezius: A large, superficial muscle of the back that extends from the neck and upper back to the scapula (shoulder blade). It plays a role in elevating, retracting, and rotating the scapula.
- Rhomboids: Located beneath the trapezius, these muscles retract the scapulae toward the spine, pulling the shoulder blades together.
- Levator Scapulae: Elevates the scapula and rotates it downward.
Muscles of the Arm (Brachial Muscles)
- Biceps Brachii: A major muscle of the anterior (front) aspect of the arm. It is primarily involved in flexion of the elbow joint and supination of the forearm (rotating the palm upward).
- Brachialis: Lies deep to the biceps brachii and is also primarily responsible for elbow flexion.
- Triceps Brachii: A large muscle of the posterior (back) aspect of the arm. It is the prime mover for extension of the elbow joint.
Muscles of the Forearm (Anterior and Posterior Compartments)
- Anterior Compartment: Contains muscles primarily involved in wrist flexion and finger flexion. Key muscles include:
- Flexor carpi radialis, flexor carpi ulnaris, palmaris longus, flexor digitorum superficialis, and flexor digitorum profundus.
- Posterior Compartment: Contains muscles primarily responsible for wrist extension and finger extension. These include:
- Extensor carpi radialis longus and brevis, extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor digitorum, and extensor digiti minimi.
Muscles of the Hand
- The hand muscles are involved in precise movements and manipulations of objects. They are divided into several groups:
- Thenar muscles: Located at the base of the thumb; responsible for thumb movements.
- Hypothenar muscles: Located at the base of the pinky finger; responsible for little finger movements.
- Interossei (palmar and dorsal): Located between the metacarpal bones; involved in abduction and adduction of the fingers.
Summary of Muscle Actions
- Flexion: Decreasing the angle between two bones.
- Extension: Increasing the angle between two bones.
- Abduction: Moving a limb away from the midline of the body.
- Adduction: Moving a limb toward the midline of the body.
- Internal Rotation: Rotating a limb medially (toward the body).
- External Rotation: Rotating a limb laterally (away from the body).
- Supination: Rotating the forearm so the palm faces upward.
- Pronation: Rotating the forearm so the palm faces downward.
Important Considerations
- The muscles listed do not encompass all the muscles of the upper limb. There are also smaller, accessory muscles that contribute to the complex movements of the region.
- Synergistic muscle action is crucial. Muscles often work together to produce a desired movement (e.g., several muscles work together to flex the elbow).
- Antagonistic muscle pairs are essential to control movement (e.g., biceps brachii and triceps brachii work in opposition to control elbow flexion and extension, respectively).
- The understanding of muscle action is critical for understanding movement patterns.
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This quiz covers the anatomy and functions of upper limb muscles, focusing on the shoulder girdle and their roles in various movements such as flexion and abduction. You'll learn about specific muscles like the deltoid and rotator cuff, which are vital for shoulder stability and mobility.
