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M. Levator Scapulae

Levator Scapulae (Lev Scap L)

The M. Levator Scapulae (Levator Scapulae) is a muscle of the head & neck region. It is responsible for elevation and downward rotation of scapula, lateral flexion of cervical spine. 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

Elevation and downward rotation of scapula, lateral flexion of cervical spine

Opposite side: Lev Scap R
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Anatomy

Origin Proc. transversi C1–C4 Insertion Superior angle and medial border of scapula (cranial)

Test Movement

Elevate scapula (shoulder shrug with ipsilateral head tilt)

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

Related Muscles in This Region

M. Sternocleidomastoideus Sternocleidomastoid M. Trapezius Pars Descendens Upper Trapezius SENIAM M. Splenius Capitis Splenius Capitis M. Scalenus Medius Middle Scalene
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