Superficial and Deep Muscles Anatomy

Vocabulary flashcards related to the superficial and deep muscles of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, and limbs.

Sternomastoid

A muscle originating from the sternum and inserting at the mastoid process of the temporal bone.

Pectoralis Major

A muscle originating from the anterior end of the sternum and inserting at the humerus.

Latissimus Dorsi

A muscle originating from the lumbar vertebrae and inserting at the humerus.

Gracilis

A muscle that originates from the pubic symphysis and inserts on the medial surface of the tibia.

Triceps Brachii

A muscle located in the arm with origins including the humerus and olecranon process of the ulna.

Rhomboideus

A deep muscle of the back originating from the cervical and thoracic vertebrae and inserting at the scapula.

Gastrocnemius

A muscle originating from the femur and inserting at the calcaneus.

Flexor Digitorum Longus

A muscle that flexes the digits and originates from the tibia and fibula.

Tensor Fascia Lata

A muscle that originates from the ilium and inserts into the fascia lata.

Serratus Ventralis

A muscle that originates from the ribs and inserts at the scapula.