Seattle Figure Studio
Sep 18, 2025
Pending Review
Summary
Simplified placeholder highlighting the Serratus Anterior. Illustration update forthcoming.Origins
- External surfaces of the upper 8–9 ribs
Insertions
- Anterior (costal) surface of medial border of 🦴 scapula
Actions
- Protracts (abducts) the 🦴 scapula
- Upward rotation of the 🦴 scapula
- Holds 🦴 scapula against thoracic wall
- Accessory muscle of inspiration (elevates ribs)
References
- Wikipedia
- Gf
- 152 Insertion and origin
- 153 Muscle cross-section; shows the relationship between serratus anterior and subscapularis.