Levator scapulae
Musculus levator scapulae
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- What it is
- Strap muscle from the transverse processes of C1–C4 descending along the side and back of the neck to the superior angle and upper medial border of the scapula.
- Function
- Elevates the scapula and rotates it so the glenoid tilts downwards; bends the neck to its side.
- Size
- About 15 cm long and 2 cm wide.
- Clinical note
- A frequent source of "stiff neck" and trigger-point pain at the angle between neck and shoulder.