Deltoid vs Pectoralis major
| गुण | Deltoid | Pectoralis major |
|---|---|---|
| लैटिन नाम | Musculus deltoideus | Musculus pectoralis major |
| प्रकार | Muscle | Muscle |
| शरीर तंत्र | Muscular | Muscular |
| शरीर क्षेत्र | Shoulder | Thorax |
| कार्य | The primary abductor of the shoulder joint. The anterior fibers flex and medially rotate the arm. The posterior fibers extend and laterally rotate the arm. Gives the shoulder its rounded … | A powerful adductor, flexor, and medial rotator of the arm at the shoulder. Essential for pushing movements, climbing, and arm-swinging activities. |
| नैदानिक महत्व | Deltoid paralysis from axillary nerve injury prevents arm abduction. The deltoid is a common site for intramuscular injections. Rotator cuff tears may cause compensatory deltoid overuse. | Pectoralis major rupture occurs during heavy bench pressing. Poland syndrome involves congenital absence of the pectoralis major. The muscle is used in pectoralis major flap reconstructive surgery. |
| FMA ID | 32521 | 9627 |