Supraspinatus
Musculus supraspinatus
Part of the rotator cuff; initiates raising the arm out to the side.
- Group
- Shoulder
- Works with
- Lateral Deltoid
Function
Initiates abduction (0–15°) and stabilizes the humeral head.
Origin
Supraspinous fossa of the scapula.
Insertion
Greater tubercle of the humerus (tuberculum majus).
Synergists / Antagonists
Atlas set · written by hand
Movements with hand-written form cues and common mistakes.