Rhomboid minor

Rhomboid major Origin

The rhomboid minorRetractor Upper back; pulls shoulder blades toward the spine. muscle originates from the spinous processPosterior projection from vertebral arch; palpable bumps down the back. of the C7 and T1 vertebrae.

Rhomboid major Insertion

Both rhomboid majorRetractor Below rhomboid minor; also draws shoulder blades inward. and minor muscles insert onto the medial borderLong edge parallel to the vertebral column (closer to spine). of the scapulaTriangular “shoulder blade” on posterior thorax; connects clavicle and humerus.. The rhomboid major inserts from the root of the spineProminent ridge on the posterior scapula dividing it into supraspinous and infraspinous fossae. of the scapula to the inferior angleBottom tip of scapula where medial and lateral borders meet; visible when arm is raised.. The rhomboid minor inserts slightly above it.

Rhomboid major Actions

Shoulder Elevation

Shoulder Girdle Stability

Scapular Retraction