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Rhomboid Minor
Region: Back Muscles · All back muscles
Rhomboid Minor at a glance
| Origin | Ligamentum nuchae and spinous processes of C7–T1 |
|---|---|
| Insertion | Medial border of the scapula at the level of the spine |
| Actions | Retracts the shoulder blade; Rotates the scapula downward |
| Nerve supply | Dorsal scapular nerve (C4–C5) |
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Please note: This page is an anatomy education summary for students and curious readers, not medical advice. Attachment points are given in their classic short form; individual anatomy varies, and detailed dissection-level descriptions belong in an anatomy atlas.