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PALPATION OF MUSCLES OF THE UPPER LIMB 9/13/12 Last
revision 06/15/17
Scapular Elevation The upper trapezius is Upper Trapezius
palpated on the shoulder at
the curve of the neck. The Levator scapulae
levator scapulae is palpated
posterior to the
sternocleidomastoid on the
lateral side of the neck
Upper Trapezius
Levator Scapulae
Scapular Depression The lower trapezius is Lower trapezius
palpated lateral to the
vertebral column as it Latissimus dorsi
passes diagonally from the
lower thoracic vertebrae to
the spine of the scapula.
Latissimus dorsi is palpated
along the posterior rib
cage or in the posterior
axilla.
