Identifying a pulled muscle in the chest, back, or legs is the first step toward effective treatment. From lumbar strain exercises to nutrition for muscle repair, learn how to heal your injury and when it is safe to return to exercise.
Several converging muscles and the chest wall form the armpit, or axilla. Major muscles forming the axilla include pectoralis major in the front; latissimus dorsi, subscapularis and teres major in the back; and serratus anterior overlying the chest wall.
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Pulled muscles in the shoulder and neck can happen during overhead movements or heavy lifting. Even simple actions can cause neck or shoulder strain in muscles that have been stressed from overuse or poor posture.
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