Asked by Andrea Haney on Sep 23, 2024

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The rotator cuff muscles all have insertions on the greater and lesser tubercles of the humerus.

Rotator Cuff

A group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of the upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder.

Lesser Tubercles

Lesser Tubercles are small, rounded projections found on the humerus bone near the shoulder, playing a vital role in arm movement by providing attachment points for muscles.

Greater Tubercles

Projections located on the proximal end of the humerus bone, providing attachment for shoulder muscles.

  • Pinpoint the placement of muscles adjacent to the scapula and understand their purposes.
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Sharon Williams2 days ago
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Explanation :
The rotator cuff muscles - supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis - all have insertions on the greater and lesser tubercles of the humerus. This helps to stabilize the shoulder joint and contribute to its range of motion.