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Rhomboids

1. Rhomboids Minor

1. Rhomboids Minor


Origin

Spinous processes of C7-T1 and the inferior portion of the ligamentum nuchae

Insertion

Medial border of the scapula at the root of the spine of the scapula

Action

  • Scapula retraction
  • Medial rotation of scapula

2. Rhomboids Major

2. Rhomboids Major


Origin

Spinous process of T2-T5

Insertion

Medial border of the scapula inferior to the spine of the scapula

Action

  • Scapula retraction
  • Medial rotation of scapula
 




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