Anterior Neck Muscles Flashcards
What is the Shape of the Sternocleidomastoid
Broad Band of Muscle
What is the Fibre Direction of the Sternocleidomastoid
Superolateral
What are the Origins of the Sternocleidomastoid
- Sternal Head: Manubrium, Lateral to the Jugular Notch
- Clavicular Head: Superior Aspect of the Medial 1/3 of the Clavicle
What are the Insertions of the Sternocleidomastoid
Mastoid Process & Lateral Superior Nuchal Line
What are the Actions of the Sternocleidomastoid
- Unilateral: Contralateral Rotation of C/S
- Ipsilateral Side Bending of C/S
- Bilateral: Extension of AO Joint, Flexion of C/S
What is the Shape of the Platysma
Wide, Thin Muscle
What is the Fibre Direction of the Platysma
Inferolateral & Superomedial
What is the Origin of the Platysma
Fascia of the Chest (Pectoral/Deltoid Muscles)
What are the Insertions of the Platysma
Inferior Mandible & Skin of Mouth
What are the Actions of the Platysma
- Unilateral: Contralateral Rotation of C/S
- Ipsilateral Side Bending of C/S
- Bilateral: Extension of AO Joint, Flexion of C/S
What is the Shape of the Anterior, Middle & Posterior Scalenes
Long, Relatively Thin Bands
What is the Fibre Direction of the Anterior, Middle & Posterior Scalenes
Vertical
Which Scalene is not part of the Posterior Cervical Triangle
Anterior
What is the Origin of the Anterior Scalenes
Anterior Tubercles of TVP’s C3-C6
What is the Insertion of the Anterior Scalenes
Tubercle of 1st Rib