STERNOHYOID

STERNOHYOID

The sternohyoid muscle extends from the hyoid bone to the sternum.

Origin

Manubrium of sternum.

Insertion

Hyoid bone.

Blood supply

Superior thyroid artery.

Nerve supply

Ansa cervicalis.

Action

The muscle is involved in swallowing and speaking by pulling down the hyoid bone.

Disease/Injury

NA

Muscle exercise

NA

Interesting facts

NA

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