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Per Boettcher et al. 2008 Shoulder Left

M. Infraspinatus

Infraspinatus (Infra L)

The M. Infraspinatus (Infraspinatus) is a muscle of the shoulder region. It is responsible for external rotation at shoulder joint, stabilization of humeral head (rotator cuff). This muscle is not covered by the official SENIAM catalogue — placement is based on established clinical literature. This page documents the exact electrode position, anatomical attachments and a standardized test movement based on Hermens et al. (2000).

Function

External rotation at shoulder joint, stabilization of humeral head (rotator cuff)

Opposite side: Infra R
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Electrode Placement (SENIAM)

4cm below spine of scapula, over infraspinous fossa

Orientation: Parallel to spine of scapula

Source: Boettcher et al. 2008 ↗

Boettcher CE, Ginn KA, Cathers I. Standard maximum isometric voluntary contraction tests for normalizing shoulder muscle EMG. J Orthop Res. 2008;26(12):1591-7.

Based on SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000). Not an official SENIAM product. See all references →

Anatomy

Origin Infraspinous fossa of scapula Insertion Greater tubercle of humerus (middle facet)

Test Movement

External rotation of arm at 90 degrees abduction against resistance

This muscle has no SENIAM-standardized electrode position. Placement should be based on anatomical knowledge.

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