The number of dorsal vertebrae, to which it is attached, varies from four to eight; the number of costal attachments … See more

The latissimus dorsi assists in depression of the arm with the teres major and pectoralis major. It adducts, extends, and internally rotates the shoulder. When the arms are in a fixed overhead position, the latissimus dorsi pulls t… See more

Tight latissimus dorsi has been shown to be a contributor to chronic shoulder pain and chronic back pain. Because the latissimus dorsi connects the spine to the humerus, tightness in this muscle can manifest as either sub-… See more

• Position of the latissimus dorsi muscle (shown in red). Animation.
• Lumbar triangle
• Latissimus dorsi
• Clearly visible latissimus dorsi muscle of an artistic gymnast on pommel horse. … See more

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