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Here we talk about the anatomy and function of one of the extraocular muscles of the eye - the inferior oblique muscle, including its origin, insertion, function and innervation. See if from different perspectives here: https://khub.me/1td92

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In the neutral position, this inferior oblique muscle of the eye is responsible for extorsion, elevation and abduction of ocular bulb. During adduction, the inferior oblique muscle is responsible for elevation, abduction and extorsion. During abduction, this muscle is responsible for extorsion, abduction and elevation.

The origin of the inferior oblique muscle is found on the maxillary bone. It then inserts on the posteroinferior, lateral surface of the eye. The inferior oblique travels from the medial wall of the orbit to the inferolateral aspect of the eye.

0:12 Extraocular muscles of the eye
0:45 Origin and insertion of the inferior oblique muscle
1:18 Functions of the inferior oblique muscle
1:38 Innervation of the inferior oblique muscle
1:47 Blood supply of the inferior oblique muscle

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Inferior oblique muscle of the eye - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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