Superior rectus muscle
The superior rectus muscle is a muscle in the orbit. It is one of the extraocular muscles. It is innervated by the superior division of the oculomotor nerve. In the primary position, the superior rectus muscle's primary function is elevation, although it also contributes to intorsion and adduction.Structure
Function
It elevates, adducts, and helps intort the eye.Testing
The superior rectus muscle is the only muscle that is capable of elevating the eye when it is in a fully abducted position.
