LONGISSIMUS

Longissimus muscle

Origin of Longissimus

Transverse process.

Insertion of Longissimus

Transverse process.

Muscle Action/Function of Longissimus

Laterally: Flex the head and neck to the same side. Bilaterally: Extend the vertebral column.

Arterial (Blood) Supply of Longissimus

Lateral sacral artery.

Longissimus Video

Longissimus Muscle - one of three muscles of Erector Spinae

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