rectus abdominis

GPTKB entity

Statements (25)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:skeletal_muscle
gptkbp:action compresses abdominal contents
flexion of lumbar spine
gptkbp:bloodSupply gptkb:superior_epigastric_artery
inferior epigastric artery
gptkbp:commonName abs
gptkbp:enclosed_by rectus sheath
gptkbp:enemyOf gptkb:erector_spinae
gptkbp:function stabilizes pelvis during walking
assists in forced expiration
gptkbp:has_tendinous_intersections yes
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label rectus abdominis
gptkbp:innervates thoracoabdominal nerves
gptkbp:insertion xiphoid process
costal cartilages of ribs 5-7
gptkbp:location gptkb:anterior_abdominal_wall
gptkbp:number_of_muscle_bellies multiple (usually 6-8)
gptkbp:origin pubic crest
pubic symphysis
gptkbp:part_of anterior abdominal muscles
gptkbp:separates gptkb:linea_alba
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:erector_spinae
gptkb:longissimus_thoracis
gptkb:transversus_abdominis
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7