Sternocleidomastoid Flashcards
1
Q
What are the origins of the Sternocleidomastoid?
A
Sternal head - anterior surface of the many rum of the sternum
Clavicular head - upper surface of medial 2/3 of clavicle
2
Q
What are the attachments of the sternocleidomastoid?
A
Lateral 1/3 superior nuchal line of occipital bone
Mastoid process
3
Q
What are the actions of the sternocleidomastoid?
A
Bilateral cervical spine flexion
Ipsilateral side flexion
Contralateral rotation
Accessory muscle of respiration
