Origin
Scapula – supraspinous fossa.
Insertion
Humerus – greater tubercle.
Blood supply
Suprascapular artery.
Nerve supply
Suprascapular nerve.
Action
It helps to control movement of the shoulder and upper arm.
Disease/Injury
Throwing sports such as tennis or volleyball and falls onto the shoulder can lead to injury of the supraspinatus.
Muscle Exercise
Lateral raises help to strengthen the supraspinatus muscle.
Interesting fact
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