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scalene

scalene

8.7
A muscle on the side of the neck that comes in three pairs
  • adjective
  • /ˈskeɪliːn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : escaleno
  • The scalene muscles help with breathing by elevating the first rib during inhalation.

Examples

  • Pain in the neck can sometimes originate from a scalene muscle strain.

  • Physical therapists often stretch the scalene region to relieve tension.

  • The surgeon identified the scalene nerves during the procedure.

  • The scalene muscles play a crucial role in neck movement.

  • He felt tension in his scalene muscles after the workout.

  • After her workout, she noticed tightness in her scalene muscles, which are key for neck flexibility.

  • Stretches targeting the scalene area can alleviate pain caused by a sedentary lifestyle.

Compounds

scalene triangle
  • Specialized
1 4.4

A triangle that has all sides of different lengths and all angles of different sizes

scalene muscle
  • Specialized
7.7

A muscle on the side of the neck that moves the neck and helps you breathe

Surface Forms

scalene positive

Etymology

The word scalene for the neck muscles comes from the same old Greek root, skálēnos, meaning 'uneven', because the three scalene muscles are different in size and sit on the side of the neck.