Biceps Brachii
Coracobrachialis
Deltoid
Infraspinatus
Latissimus Dorsi
Levator Scapulae
Omohyoid
Pectoralis Minor
Rhomboid Major
Rhomboid Minor
Serratus Anterior
Subscapularis
Supraspinatus
Teres Major
Teres Minor
Trapezius
Triceps Brachii
Serratus Anterior, moves scapula forward.
The Serratus Anterior moves the scapula forward and rotates it upward.
Abducts scapula (moves scapula away from spinal column)
The scapula is not a muscle; it is a bone.
The primary muscle responsible for moving the scapula forward and downward is the serratus anterior. This muscle originates along the upper eight or nine ribs and inserts along the inner border of the scapula. Contraction of the serratus anterior pulls the scapula forward and downward along the ribcage.
The supraspinatus muscle originates from the supraspinous fossa of the scapula.
Raises the scapula at the Scapulothoracic Joint or inclines neck to corresponding side if the scapula is fixed
Abducts scapula (moves scapula away from spinal column)
The serratus anterior muscle protracts and depresses the scapula. It originates on the upper ribs and inserts along the medial border of the scapula. This muscle is important for stabilizing the scapula during movements like pushing and reaching overhead.
The pectoralis minor originates on the third to the fifth ribs (and elevates ribs). It depresses the scapula (and elevates ribs).
The strongest protractor of the scapula is the serratus anterior muscle. It originates from the upper ribs and inserts along the medial border of the scapula. Contraction of the serratus anterior muscle pulls the scapula forward around the rib cage.
The Serratus Anterior muscle is responsible for holding the scapula against the chest wall. It helps stabilize the scapula and is important for proper shoulder movement and function.