the thorax) subserve respiration (muscles of respiration, including intercostal
muscles).
The Muscles of the Trunk
The muscles of the trunk include back, thoracic, and abdominal
muscles as well as diaphragm
The Back
_ Segmental muscles of the back: m. erector spinae
_ Muscles encroaching on the back: mm. trapezius, rhomboideus
major and minor, together with levator scapulae (shoulder girdle
muscle) and latissimus dorsi (muscle of the upper extremity)
The Thoracic Wall
_ Intercostal muscles (external, internal, intimi)—inspiration, expiration;
scalenus muscles—inspiration
_ Muscles encroaching on the trunk: m. serratus anterior—abduction
of the arm, auxiliary muscle of respiration; m. pectoralis
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