Because shoulder horizontal adduction is performed when the arm is horizontal position (i.e., the elbow is level with shoulder) and adduction is movement toward the center of the body, shoulder horizontal adduction is performed primarily by
pectoralis major and anterior deltoid, with an assist by latissimus dorsi.
Do you mean flexion and (abd)uction?? If so, the prime mover would be the deltoid muscle with many smaller muscles assisting. If you are in fact meaning flexion and adduction, the prime mover would be the pectoralis major and the latissimus dorsi with many smaller muscles assisting.
Movement>prime mover. Abduction>deltoid. Adduction>gravity. Flexion>pectoralis major(sternal part). Extension>teres major. Medial rotation>pectoralis major(sternal). Lateral rotation>infraspinatus.
The deltoid is the prime mover in shoulder abduction. It's two antagonists are the pectoralis major and the latissimus dorsi.
Prime mover is the bicep and the antagonist is the tricep.
Trapezius and Levator Scapulae
Yes. Deltoid (Delta like.) is the prime mover of arm. It moves shoulder joint in forward, backward and laterally. It is a continuation ofTrapeziusmuscle. It is 'not' mentioned in any anatomy books. But you can verify it. Trapezius is inserted in inner side of clavicle and spine of scapula and from outer side of the same Deltoid muscle starts.
The latissimus dorsi is responsible for extension, adduction, transverse extension also known as horizontal abduction, flexion from an extended position, and internal rotation of theshoulder joint. It also has a synergistic role in extension and lateral flexion of the lumbar spine.
Shoulder extension is controlled by: Long head of the triceps, the last, and the teres major
The prime mover for shoulder internal rotation is the subscapularis muscle, which is one of the four muscles that make up the rotator cuff. It originates on the subscapular fossa of the scapula and inserts on the lesser tubercle of the humerus. Contraction of the subscapularis muscle causes internal rotation of the shoulder joint.
The prime mover for protracting and holding the scapula against the thorax wall in boxers is the serratus anterior muscle. This muscle is important for providing stability and support to the shoulder blade during punching movements. It is often referred to as the "boxer's muscle" due to its role in maintaining proper shoulder function during boxing activities.
The prime muscle differs depending on the degree of abduction. From 1 to 20 degrees it is the supraspinatus muscle, from 20 to 90 degrees it is the deltoid and from 90 degree and above the action is done by that rotate the scapula (trapezius and serratus anterior).
The muscle that immobilizes a bone or a muscle's organ to provide a stable base for the prime mover is known as a stabilizer or fixator. These muscles contract isometrically to maintain posture or position, allowing the prime mover to perform its action efficiently. For example, during a bicep curl, the shoulder muscles act as stabilizers to keep the upper arm steady while the biceps contract to lift the forearm.