44+ Upper Back Anatomy Muscles. Anterior rami of upper thoracic nerves (t2 to t5). Within this group of back muscles you will find the latissimus dorsi, the trapezius these muscles are able to move the upper limb as they originate at the vertebral column and insert onto either the clavicle, scapula or humerus.
And reach, pull and extend your arms and torso. Intermediate back muscles and c. The first group arise from the shoulder girdle and cross the.
In the upper back region, the trapezius, rhomboid major, and levator scapulae muscles anchor the scapula and clavicle to the spines of several vertebrae and the occipital bone of the skull.
Muscles are groups of cells in the body that have the ability to contract and relax. Muscles are groups of cells in the body that have the ability to contract and relax. Anatomy chart courtesy of fcit. The muscles of the back that work together to support the spine, help keep the body upright and allow twist and bend in many directions.