The subtendinous bursa of latissimus dorsi lies between the tendon of latissimus dorsi and the tendon of teres major close to their insertions on the floor and medial lip of the intertubercular groove. It allows the two closely related tendons to slide on each other during arm movement.
| Location | Between the latissimus dorsi tendon and the teres major tendon near their insertions on the humerus |
|---|---|
| Nearby |
Reduces friction between the latissimus dorsi and teres major tendons as they twist around each other near the humerus
Symptoms from this bursa are uncommon and usually occur alongside latissimus dorsi or teres major strain in overhead and pulling athletes. Imaging of posterior axillary pain should consider bursal fluid here as well as tendon injury.
Inflammation of the bursa between the latissimus dorsi and teres major tendons causing posterior axillary pain with pulling and overhead activity.
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