Structure.
- Origin: ribs 1-6.
- Insertion: transverse processes of C4-C6.
Function.
- Concentric action: spinal extension, rotation and lateral flexion; maintain erect position.
- Eccentric action: spinal flexion, rotation, and lateral flexion.
- Isometric action: stabilization of the spine.
- Innervation: cervical and thoracic spinal nerves.
- Arterial supply: intercostal and lumbar arteries.
Clinical Significance.
Iliocostalis. Used with permission by 3D4Medical.
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Muscolino, J. E. (2017). The muscular system manual: The skeletal muscles of the human body.
