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| serratus anterior action definitions | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| # | Definition | Sets | |
| 1 | pulls scapula anteriorly and downward | 2 sets | |
| 2 | protracts the scapula (draws it forward); the upper part of the muscle rotates the glenoid cavity of the scapula downward; the lower part of the muscle rotates the scapula upward, as when the arm is abducted above the shoulder | 1 set | |
| 3 | protraction, upward rotation and stabilization of the scapula | 1 set | |
| 4 | abduction upward rotation | 1 set | |
| 5 | action: scapular protraction, upward rotation | 1 set | |
| 6 | scapula lateral rotation, rib elevation | 1 set | |
| 7 | protect and stabilize scapula | 1 set | |
| 8 | protracts scapula and holds it agaist thoracic wall, rotates scapula | 1 set | |
| 9 | holds scapula against chest wall, rotates scapula laterally, raises point of shoulder for arm abduction above 90 degrees | 1 set | |