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musculus scalenus

 

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Noun musculus scalenus has 1 sense
  1. scalenus, scalene muscle, musculus scalenus - any of four pairs of muscles extending from the cervical vertebrae to the second rib; involved in moving the neck and in breathing
    --1 is a kind of skeletal muscle, striated muscle

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Musculus Scalenus

Definition:

The term "musculus scalenus" refers to a group of three paired muscles located in the neck, specifically on each side of the vertebral column. These muscles are the scalenus anterior, scalenus medius, and scalenus posterior. They play a significant role in various movements of the neck, chest, and upper limbs.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: Muscles in the neck that connect the vertebrae to the ribs and play a role in neck and upper limb movements.

Example Sentence: The musculus scalenus is responsible for maintaining stability in the neck and assisting in raising the arms.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Medical: The musculus scalenus can become strained due to poor posture or repetitive motions, leading to discomfort and restricted range of motion.

Example Sentence: Physical therapy exercises can help alleviate the pain associated with a strained musculus scalenus.

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