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The serratus anterior is also known as the “boxer’s muscle,” as it is largely responsible for the protraction of the scapula which occurs when throwing a punch. The main actions are protraction and upward rotation of the scapulothoracic joint. [7]
25 Μαΐ 2024 · The serratus anterior is a fan-shaped muscle that attaches your shoulder blade, known as your scapula, to your rib cage. The muscle helps to move your scapula in various directions and is essential for proper shoulder function.
18 Ιαν 2024 · They attach to the costal (rib facing) surface of the medial border of the scapula. Function: Rotates the scapula, allowing the arm to be raised over 90 degrees. It also protracts the scapula, holding it against the ribcage. Innervation: Long thoracic nerve. Blood supply: Thoracodorsal artery, superior thoracic artery, lateral thoracic artery.
The serratus anterior acts to pull the scapula forward around the thorax. The muscle is named from Latin: serrare = to saw (referring to the shape); and anterior = on the front side of the body.
10 Σεπ 2024 · The serratus anterior, also known as the “boxer’s muscle,” is largely responsible for the protraction of the scapula, a movement that occurs when throwing a punch. Furthermore, the serratus anterior acts with the upper and lower fibers of the trapezius muscle to sustain upward rotation of the scapula, which allows for overhead lifting.
14 Ιουν 2024 · The serratus anterior lies deep to the pectoralis major and minor muscles, below the scapula. It can be palpated between the latissimus dorsi and pectoralis major. The muscle is separated from the subscapularis by the supraserratus bursa, while the infraserratus bursa separates it from the ribs.
