Origin
Spinous process of T2 to T5 vertebrae
Insertion
Medial border of the scapula
Actions
- Retraction of the scapula
- Rotation of the scapula to depress the glenoid cavity
- Elevation of the scapula
Innervation
- Dorsal scapular nerve (C5)
Blood Supply
- Dorsal scapular artery
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