Stretch your Latissimus Dorsi. The Latissimus Dorsi is one of the largest muscles in the back. There are two configured symmetrically along the backbone. The muscle is median dorsally located, and it is partially covered by the trapezius. The muscle originates along the T7 region of the spine and extends to insert on the humerus at the becipital groove. It also covers the lower tip of the scapula. When flexed, the muscle works at extending, adducting and rotating the arm. The Latissimus Dorsi assists with force expiration as well as deep inspiration. Injury can occur due to the size and regular use to this muscle and this cab be partially debilitating. Injuries may include rips and tears. Once aggravated the Latissimus Dorsi muscle is often the source of chronic shoulder and neck pain, and it can cause tendinitis of the shoulder joint.
Posted on: Sun, 10 Aug 2014 07:31:22 +0000
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