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Muscles of the Back
Structure & function.
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 1
12/08/2010

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Term
Two groups of back muscles.
Definition
Superficial & Deep
Term
The superficial group of back muscles are known as the ______________.
Definition
erector spinae
Term
The erector spinae are composed of ____ sets of muscles that run from the sacrum and ileum and attach to the vertebrae, ribs and skull.
Definition
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Term
Function of the erector spinae.
Definition
To keep the back straight.
Term
The deep group of muscles are known as the _______________.
Definition
transverso-spinalis
Term
Function of the muscles of the transverso-spinalis.
Definition
Rotation of the spine.
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