RECTUS CAPITIS LATERALIS

RECTUS CAPITIS LATERALIS

Rectus capitis lateralis is located on the cervical vertebrae (the spine in neck region).

Origin

C1 (atlas).

Insertion

Jugular surface of the occipital bone.

Blood supply

Ascending cervical artery, vertebral artery, occipital artery.

Nerve supply

C1, C2 nerves.

Action

It helps to bend the head and neck sideways.

Disease/Injury

NA

Muscle Exercise

NA

Interesting fact

NA

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