Neck Flashcards
Levator Scapulae
O: C1-C4 (Transverse Processes)
I: Superior Angle of Scapula
Action: Scapula Elevation
Synergist: Upper Trapezius
Antagonist: Lower Trapezius, Serratus Anterior
Scalenes
O: C1-C7 (Transverse Processes)
I: Ribs 1 & 2
Anterior Scalene O: C3-C6 I: Rib 1
Middle Scalene: O: C2-C7 I: Rib 1
Posterior Scalene: O: C4-C6 I: Rib 2
Action:
Unilaterally: Lateral Flexion of Cervical Vertebrae
Elevation of Ribs
Synergist: Sternocleidomastoid
Antagonist: Spinalis Cervicis, Splenius Capitis
Sternocleidomastoid
O: Manubrium, Medial Third of Clavicle
I: Mastoid Process of Temporal bone
Action:
Unilaterally:
Rotation of Cervical Vertebrae to OPP side
Lateral Flexion of Cervical Vertebrae to SAME side
Bilaterally:
Flexion of Cervical Vertebrae
Synergist: Scalenes
Antagonist: Splenius Capitis, Trapezius