Splenus Cervicis/ Capitus Flashcards
1
Q
Where are the Splenus Cervicis and Capitis
A
Deep to erector spinae
Posterior extensor muscles
one to the neck and one into the head, cervicis more inferior while capitis more superior
Into the cervical spine and some thoracic for cervicis
2
Q
What are the origins of Splenus Cervicis?
A
Transverse Process of C1
3
Q
What are the origins of Splenus Capitus?
A
Mastoid Process
4
Q
What are the actions of splenus cervicis and capitis
A
Extension
Ipsilateral flexion
Ipsilateral rotation
