Cervical Muscles Actions Flashcards
0
Q
Ipsilateral all flexion and rotation
Produce posterior shear
Increase activity with forward head posture
A
Levator scapulae
1
Q
Extension
Ipsilateral lateral flexion
Contralateral rotation
A
Trapezius
2
Q
Frontal plane stabilizers
Assist with breathing
Flexion, ipsilateral flexion, contralateral rotation
A
Scalenes
3
Q
Compression
Stabilize head
Frontal plane stabilizers
A
Longissimus capitis and cervicis
4
Q
Occipital extension
Ipsilateral rotation and lateral flexion
Proprioceptive
Fine tune motion
A
Suboccipital muscles
5
Q
Prime mover
Extension and ipsilateral rotation
Not active at rest
Can be a source of head aches
A
Splenius capitis and cervicis
6
Q
Ipsilateral flexion
Contralateral rotation
A
SCM
7
Q
Compression of cervical spine
Stabilizers, synergy with the upper trap
A
Longus capitis and colli
