Deep neck structures 1 Flashcards
where does the levator scapulae attach?
the scapula to the cervical vertebrae
where do many of the deep posterior neck muscles attach?
the nuchal line
what is the movement of the semispinalis capitis muscle?
extend head
what muscles lie under the semispinalis capitis?
sub occipital triangle
What is pointed to here and what does it attach to?
Atlas has a tubercle
What muscle is this and what are its attachments?
Rectus capitis posterior minor
Attaches to the atlas to the occipital bone
What muscle is shown here and what does it attach?
Rectus capitis posterior major
Spinous process of the atlas to the occipital bone
What muscles make up the suboccipital triangle?
What supplies the posterior neck muscles?
Posterior ramus of C1
What happens if obiquus capitis inferior contracts?
Possible head movement
What muscle passes in front of the subclavian artery?
Scalenus anterior
Anterior jugular vein
