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The superior or upper (or descending) fibers of the trapezius originate from the spinous process of C7, the external occipital protuberance, the medial third of the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone (both in the back of the head), and the ligamentum nuchae.
The intricate anatomy of the back provides support for the head and trunk of the body, strength in the trunk of the body, as well as a great deal of flexibility and movement. The upper back has the most structural support, with the ribs attached firmly to each level of the thoracic spine and very limited movement.
A muscle slip, the axillary arch, varying from 7 to 10 cm in length, and from 5 to 15 mm in breadth, occasionally springs from the upper edge of the latissimus dorsi about the middle of the posterior fold of the axilla, and crosses the axilla in front of the axillary vessels and nerves, to join the under surface of the tendon of the pectoralis ...
Upper Limb, Arm, Anterior compartment, right/left anterior surface of humerus (mainly distal half) coronoid process of ulna, tuberosity of ulna: radial recurrent artery: musculocutaneous nerve: flexes elbow: triceps brachii: 2 1 triceps brachii: Upper Limb, Arm, Posterior compartment, right/left long head: infraglenoid tubercle of scapula
The upper back includes multiple muscles: latissimus dorsi (lats), levator scapulae (shoulder blade), rhomboids (muscles that pull the scapula inward toward the spine), and the trapezius (traps ...
The erector spinae (/ ɪ ˈ r ɛ k t ər ˈ s p aɪ n i / irr-EK-tər SPY-nee) [1] or spinal erectors is a set of muscles that straighten and rotate the back.The spinal erectors work together with the glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus) to maintain stable posture standing or sitting.
This can strain the muscles and ligaments in your upper back, leading to discomfort. It is important to be mindful of your posture and take breaks throughout the day to stretch to help prevent or ...
These three exercises will strengthen every part of your back and give you that tall and proud posture you've been after. 1. Single Arm Rows (3 sets of 10 reps)