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Definition of Supraspinatus muscle
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Supraspinatus muscle: The muscle that elevates the arm and moves it away from the body. The tendon of the supraspinatus muscle is one of four tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint and constitute the rotator cuff.