Levator scapulae inserts on which part of the scapula?

Levator scapulae inserts on which part of the scapula?

• A. Upper border of the scapula
• B. Medial border of the scapula
• C. Spine of the scapula
• D. Acromion process

Answer: (A)

Levator scapulae elevates the scapula and attaches to the scapula’s medial border in its upper region, near the superior angle (the superomedial part of the border). This placement lets the muscle lift the scapula effectively and contribute to its downward rotation when needed. The other sites listed correspond to attachments of different muscles (for example, the spine and acromion are classic sites for muscles like trapezius and deltoid, while the upper edge is not where this muscle typically inserts). So, the insertion on the upper part of the medial border best matches how levator scapulae anchors to the scapula to perform its action.

Levator scapulae elevates the scapula and attaches to the scapula’s medial border in its upper region, near the superior angle (the superomedial part of the border). This placement lets the muscle lift the scapula effectively and contribute to its downward rotation when needed. The other sites listed correspond to attachments of different muscles (for example, the spine and acromion are classic sites for muscles like trapezius and deltoid, while the upper edge is not where this muscle typically inserts). So, the insertion on the upper part of the medial border best matches how levator scapulae anchors to the scapula to perform its action.