Intermediate transverse process muscle

Synonyms

Latin: Musculi intertransversarii

Definition

The Musculi intertransversarii are muscles belonging to the deep layer of the back muscles.

History

Approach: lower transverse process Origin: upper transverse process Innervation: rami dorsales of spinal nerves

Function

The intertransverse process muscles (Musculi intertransversarii) cause the spinal column to tilt sideways.