Serratus anterior action

Mnemonic for Serratus anterior: innervation and action

 "C5-6-7 raise your arms up to heaven":

   Long thoracic nerve roots (567) innervate Serratus anterior.

   · Test C567 roots clinically by ability to raise arm past 90 degrees.

Also remember SALT: Serratus Anterior - Long Thoracic nerve.


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