SCALENES

• Origin

 

C2-C7 Vertebrae

 

• Insertion

 

First and Second Ribs

 

• Agonist(s)

 

Sternocleidomastoid

Levator Scapulae

 

• Antagonist(s)

 

- Trapezius

- Rhomboids

- Serratus anterior

- Pectoralis major

 

• Function

 

Elevation of Ribs during Inspiration and Flexion of Neck