Splenius Cervicis Flashcards
1
Q
origin
A
narrow, tendinous band from SPs T3-T6
2
Q
insertion
A
posterior tubercles of TPs C1-C3
3
Q
innervation
A
dorsal rami C6-C8
4
Q
blood supply
A
- muscular & descending branches of occipital artery
- superficial branch of transverse cervical artery
5
Q
actions
A
- unilaterally draws head to one side & slightly rotates
- bilaterally extend head