Deep Neck Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
Longus Colli
A
O: bodies of T1 - T3 + transverse processes of C3 - C5 + bodies of C5 - T4
I: transverse processes of C5 - C6 + anterior surface of atlas + bodies of C2 - C4
A: flexion, possible lateral flexion
In: ventral rami of C2 - C6
2
Q
Longus Capitis
A
O: transverse processes of C3 - C6
I: occipital bone
A: stabilization of atlanto-occipital joint + lateral flexion of the head
In: ventral rami of C1 - C3
3
Q
Rectus Capitis Anterior
A
O: lateral mass of atlas
I: occipital bone
A: flexion of head + upper cervical vertebrae
In: ventral rami of C1 - C3
4
Q
Rectus Capitis Lateralis
A
O: transverse process of atlas
I: occipital bone
A: stabilization of atlanto-occipital joint, lateral flexion of the head
In: ventral rami of C1 - C2
