The rhomboid minor muscle can be tested by holding the hand on the posterior aspect of the hip, then pushing the elbow backwards against resistance, during which the muscle can be palpated (Moore, Dalley and Agur, 2009). References
Rhomboid major muscle Musculus rhomboideus major 1/2 Synonyms: none The main action of the rhomboid muscles is scapular retraction around the scapulothoracic joint. Scapular retraction is a simultaneous sliding of the scapula superiorly and medially along the trunk. This superomedial movement of ...
Muscle Name: AKA:Rhomboideus Origin: •Rhomboid Minor C7~T1 Spinous processes •Rhomboid Major : T2~T5 Spinous processes Insertion: •Rhomboid Minor : Upper Medial border of scapula •Rhomboid Major : Lower Medial border of scapula Action: •Retract & Stabilize scapula MNI: •C4~C5 ...
The rhomboid major is a muscle in the upper back that's used to connect the spine to the shoulder blade. If it becomes weak...