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Rectus Capitis Posterior Major
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Contents
Origin
- Spinous process of vertebra C2
Insertion
- Occipital bone (inferior nuchal line, middle 1/3)
Actions
- Bilateral: Extension of head
- Unilateral: Rotation of head to same side
Vascular Supply
- Vertebral Artery
- Occipital Artery (Deep Descending Branch)
Nerve
- Suboccipital Nerve (Posterior ramus of cervical spinal nerve C1)
Clinical Significance
See Also
References
Created by:
Chris Hauglid on 18 April 2020 07:12:19
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18 April 2020 07:47:48
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