Trapezius
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- Beginning: processus spinosi Th1–Th12, protuberantia occipitalis externa, processus spinosi C2–C7 via the septum nuchae.
- Attachment: lateral part of clavicula, acromion and spina scapulae.
- Innervation: n. accessorius (XI. cranial), plexus cervicalis.
- Function: fixation and stabilization of the scapula (shoulders back), is a synergist of the serratus anterior muscle, head and spine tilt, head tilt, shoulder lift, arm lift above the horizontal.
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- GRIM, Miloš – DRUGA, Rastislav. Fundamentals of Anatomy. 1, General anatomy and locomotor system. 1. edition. Karolinum : Galén, 2001. 159 pp. ISBN 80-246-0306-3.
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