Serratus is the “boxers muscle” because it pulls the scapula forward to provide leverage and support for throwing a punch.
Originates from 1st to 8th ribs anteriorly- Inserts along medial boarder of the 1st to 8th ribs
- Interdigitates with the rectus muscle bellies and upper fibers of external oblique muscle
- Name derived from “serrare” which means “to saw”, describing shape of anterior muscle leaves as they attach to ribs
High Definition Liposuction goals of the male serratus – goals:
- To etch out muscle shape is challenging as this is a very thin muscle
- Critical to work out preoperatively to build up the muscle as much as possible – Bear claw crawling on the floor and/or Plankup exercises (push up done with elbows up)
- Since the muscles are small in size and caliber, to increase muscle definition requires creating an illusion by building up the ribs that the muscle lies over
- Appreciate rib anatomy and muscle insertion sites
Male serratus contour optimization diagram to guide intraoperative Vaser Liposuction
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