Latissimus dorsi

Musculus latissimus dorsi

The broadest muscle of the back, forming part of the posterior axillary fold. It originates from the spinous processes of T7-T12, thoracolumbar fascia, iliac crest, and lower three ribs. It inserts on the floor of the intertubercular sulcus of the humerus.

種類 Muscle
器官系 Muscular
身体部位 Back
ラテン語名 Musculus latissimus dorsi
FMA ID 13357

機能

Extends, adducts, and medially rotates the arm at the shoulder. A powerful climbing muscle. Also assists in forced expiration (coughing, sneezing) and trunk lateral flexion.

臨床的意義

The latissimus dorsi is used in breast reconstruction and thoracic wall reconstruction. It is the main muscle used in swimming and rowing, susceptible to strain injuries. Thoracodorsal nerve injury causes weakness of arm adduction.

よくある質問

What is the Latissimus dorsi?
The broadest muscle of the back, forming part of the posterior axillary fold. It originates from the spinous processes of T7-T12, thoracolumbar fascia, iliac crest, and lower three ribs. It inserts on the floor of the intertubercular sulcus of the humerus.
What is the function of the Latissimus dorsi?
Extends, adducts, and medially rotates the arm at the shoulder. A powerful climbing muscle. Also assists in forced expiration (coughing, sneezing) and trunk lateral flexion.
What body system is the Latissimus dorsi part of?
The Latissimus dorsi is part of the Muscular.
What conditions affect the Latissimus dorsi?
The latissimus dorsi is used in breast reconstruction and thoracic wall reconstruction. It is the main muscle used in swimming and rowing, susceptible to strain injuries. Thoracodorsal nerve injury causes weakness of arm adduction.
Where is the Latissimus dorsi located?
The Latissimus dorsi is located in the Back region of the body.

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