RECTUS CAPITIS ANTERIOR

RECTUS CAPITIS ANTERIOR

Rectus capitis anterior is a muscle of the neck. It is located on the cervical vertebrae.

Origin

C1 (atlas).

Insertion

Occipital bone.

Blood supply

Ascending artery.

Nerve supply

C1, C2 nerves.

Action

It helps to bend head and neck.

Disease/Injury

NA

Muscle Exercise

NA

Interesting facts

NA

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