Espiral Atlas
MuscleAbdomen

Quadratus lumborum muscle

musculus quadratus lumborum

It extends and laterally flexes the vertebral column; it fixes the 12th rib in inspiration. The lateral arcuate ligament of the diaphragm covers this muscle.

Abdomen – 3D human anatomy atlas

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  • Origin
  • Insertion
  • Innervation
  • Blood supply

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