MRCEM Notes

Trapezius

Key Points

  • The trapezius causes scapula rotation, retraction, elevation and depression.
  • It is supplied by the accessory nerve.
  • It originates at the the spinous process of C7-T12, external occipital protuberance the medial 1/3 of the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone and the ligamentum nuchae

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