SPLENIUS CAPITIS

Splenius Capitis muscle

Origin of Splenius Capitis

Nuchal ligament and spinous process of C7-T3.

Insertion of Splenius Capitis

Mastoid process of temporal and occipital bone.

Muscle Action/Function of Splenius Capitis

Extend, rotate, and laterally flex the head.

Arterial (Blood) Supply of Splenius Capitis

Muscular branches of the aorta.

Splenius Capitis Video

Splenius Capitis muscle video

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