Head and Neck Muscles

Front

What is the function of the Trapezius muscle?

Back

The Trapezius muscle helps in moving, rotating, and stabilizing the shoulder blade (scapula) and extends the neck.

Front

Identify the muscle responsible for raising the scapula.

Back

Trapezius.

Front

What is the primary action of the Sternocleidomastoid muscle?

Back

The Sternocleidomastoid muscle allows for rotation and flexion of the neck.

Front

Which muscle is located at the back of the neck and upper back?

Back

Trapezius.

Front

What is the role of the Buccinator muscle?

Back

The Buccinator muscle compresses the cheek against the teeth and helps in chewing.

Front

Identify the muscle that is highlighted in blue in a diagram of the shoulder area.

Back

Teres Minor.

Front

What is the function of the Deltoid muscle?

Back

The Deltoid muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction, flexion, and extension.

Front

Which muscle is involved in the movement of the arm and is shaped like a triangle?

Back

Deltoid.

Front

What is the primary function of the Infraspinatus muscle?

Back

The Infraspinatus muscle is responsible for external rotation of the shoulder.

Front

Identify the muscle that works with the Teres Major to assist in shoulder movements.

Back

Infraspinatus.