Subcostales
Anatomical Info
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Position:
Anteroir -
Region:
Shoulder -
Plane:
Frontal
Muscle Characteristics:
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Movement:
Flexion -
Muscle Shape:
Parallel
Nerve:
Nerve
System
Spinal Plexus
Division
Trunk
Branch
Roots
Description
The subcostales muscles are a group of small, triangular muscles located in the chest wall. They originate at the lower ribs and the costal cartilage, and insert into the upper ribs and the costal cartilage. The subcostales muscles are part of the intercostal muscles, which are responsible for movement of the rib cage during respiration.
The main function of the subcostales muscles is to depress (lower) the ribs, and assist in expiration (breathing out). This movement is essential for activities such as breathing, and helps to provide stability and support for the rib cage. The subcostales muscles also help to stabilize the ribs, and assist in rotation of the rib cage.
In sports, the subcostales muscles may be used in activities that involve depression of the ribs, such as swimming and rowing. They may also be used in activities that require stability and support for the rib cage, such as weightlifting and gymnastics.
The subcostales muscles are used in many activities that involve depression of the ribs, such as breathing and coughing. They are also used in activities that require stability and support for the rib cage, such as lifting a heavy object or bending over to pick something up.
To strengthen the subcostales muscles, exercises that involve depression of the ribs, such as rib cage compressions and deep breathing, can be effective.
Targeted Muscle Exercises
Muscle Engaging Sports
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