Muscle Identification Upper Advanced

Front

What is the Supraspinatus muscle?

Back

The Supraspinatus is a muscle located in the shoulder, part of the rotator cuff, responsible for abducting the arm.

Front

What is the function of the Sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Back

The Sternocleidomastoid muscle is responsible for rotating and flexing the neck.

Front

Identify the role of the Subscapularis muscle.

Back

The Subscapularis muscle is responsible for internal rotation of the shoulder.

Front

What is the Brachialis muscle known for?

Back

The Brachialis muscle is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow.

Front

What does the Orbicularis Oris muscle do?

Back

The Orbicularis Oris muscle controls movements of the mouth and lips.

Front

What is the location of the Scalenes muscles?

Back

The Scalenes muscles are located in the lateral neck and assist in breathing and neck movement.

Front

What is the function of the Rhomboid muscles?

Back

The Rhomboid muscles retract the scapula, pulling it towards the spine.

Front

Describe the Infraspinatus muscle.

Back

The Infraspinatus muscle is part of the rotator cuff and is responsible for external rotation of the shoulder.

Front

What is the role of the Teres Major muscle?

Back

The Teres Major muscle assists in internal rotation and adduction of the arm.

Front

What is the primary action of the Masseter muscle?

Back

The Masseter muscle is primarily responsible for elevating the mandible during chewing.