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Splenius Cervicis
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Origin
- Nuchal Ligament
- Spinous process of vertebrae C7-T6
Insertion
- Posterior tubercle of transverse process of C1-C3
Actions
- Bilateral: Extension of head and cervical spine
- Unilateral: Sidebending and rotation of head and cervical spine to same side
Vascular Supply
- Occipital Artery (Muscular branches)
- Deep Cervical Artery
- Posterior Intercostal Arteries
Nerve
- Cervical spinal nerves C5-C8 (Dorsal Rami)
Clinical Significance
See Also
References
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Chris Hauglid on 20 April 2020 05:46:48
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