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The levator scapulaeElevator / Stabilizer From upper neck vertebrae to top of the shoulder blade; lifts the scapula. muscle is a strap-like muscle located in the posterior neckNarrow region just below the head; common fracture site..
Origin
The levator scapulae muscle originates from the transverse processes of the first four cervical vertebraeSmallest vertebrae; have transverse foramina for vertebral arteries; often bifid spinous processes., namely C1 to C4
Insertion
The muscle inserts into the superiorAbove or toward the upper part of the body. part of the medial borderLong edge parallel to the vertebral column (closer to spine). of the scapulaTriangular “shoulder blade” on posterior thorax; connects clavicle and humerus., particularly at the scapular spineProminent ridge on the posterior scapula dividing it into supraspinous and infraspinous fossae..
Actions
Elevation of the Scapula
Assisting Neck Movement
Support for Shoulder Movement
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List of terms
- levator scapulae
- neck
- cervical vertebrae
- superior
- medial border
- scapula
- spine