Scalenus Minimus
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Description
Origin
C7
Anterior tubercle of transverse process of 7th cervical vertebra
Insertion
1st Rib and suprapleural fascia
Nerve Supply
<a href="Brachial plexus">Brachial Plexus </a>C7 & 8
Branches of the ventral rami of cervical spinal nerves 7 & 8
Blood Supply
Subclavian artery, suprascapular artery and superficial cervical artery
Action
Acting from above, in conjuction with <a href="Anterior Scalene">Anterior</a> and <a href="Middle Scalene">Middle</a> Scalene: elevation of 1st rib
Helps raise and tense the dome of the parietal pleura
Function
Accessory muscle of inspiration
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