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Definition of Infraspinatus muscle

Infraspinatus muscle: A muscle that assists the lifting of the arm while turning the arm outward (external rotation). The tendon of the infraspinatus muscle is one of four tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint and constitute the rotator cuff.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012

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