Trapezius – Lower Head

Trapezius – Lower Head

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trapezius

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Anatomy

Origin
Spinous processes and supraspinous ligaments of fourth to twelfth thoracic vertebrae (T4-T12)
Insertion

Medial portion of spine of scapula (tubercle)

Nerve

Accessory (eleventh cranial), C3, C4

Actions

Depresses scapula, upper and lower parts together rotate scapula (important in elevating arm)

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