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Functional Anatomy

Levator Scapulae

Origin

Posterior tubercles of transverse

processes of C1-4 vertebrae

Insertion

medial border of the scapula between

superior angle and root of spine

Actions

With the origin fixed: scapular elevation

and downward (medial) rotation

With the insertion fixed and acting

unilaterally: lateral flexion and rotation of

the cervical vertebrae to the same side.

With the insertion fixed and acting

bilaterally: assists in cervical spine

extension

Nerve

Dorsal Scapular Nerve, C3 and C4

cervical nerves

0008-SH-NE Levator Scapulae

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2007-12-14