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SENIAM recommended Trunk Posterior Left

M. Longissimus Thoracis

Longissimus Thoracis (Longiss L)

The M. Longissimus Thoracis (Longissimus Thoracis) is a muscle of the trunk posterior region. It is responsible for spinal extension and lateral flexion, stabilization of upright posture. This muscle is one of 26 with official SENIAM-recommended surface EMG electrode placement. This page documents the exact electrode position, anatomical attachments and a standardized test movement based on Hermens et al. (2000).

Function

Spinal extension and lateral flexion, stabilization of upright posture

Opposite side: Longiss R
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Electrode Placement (SENIAM)

2 finger widths lateral to L1

Orientation: Parallel to the spine (vertical)

Source: SENIAM (Hermens 2000) ↗

Hermens HJ, Freriks B, Disselhorst-Klug C, Rau G. Development of recommendations for SEMG sensors and sensor placement procedures. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2000;10(5):361-74.

Based on SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000). Not an official SENIAM product. See all references \u2192

Anatomy

Origin Os sacrum, spinous processes of lumbar vertebrae, transverse processes of lower thoracic vertebrae Insertion Transverse processes of thoracic vertebrae, costal angles of ribs 2-12

Test Movement

Trunk extension from prone position against resistance

Clinical Applications

Common use cases for surface EMG measurement of the M. Longissimus Thoracis:

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I place the EMG electrode on the M. Longissimus Thoracis?

2 finger widths lateral to L1. Orientation: Parallel to the spine (vertical). Based on the official SENIAM recommendations (Hermens et al. 2000).

Which test movement activates the M. Longissimus Thoracis?

Trunk extension from prone position against resistance. This movement is part of the SENIAM protocol for standardized contraction verification.

Is the M. Longissimus Thoracis a SENIAM-recommended muscle?

Yes. The M. Longissimus Thoracis is one of 26 muscles for which the SENIAM project has published official surface EMG electrode placement recommendations.

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