Origin
The aryepiglotticus originates from the arytenoid cartilage.
Insertion
It inserts into the epiglottis.
Blood supply
Laryngeal branch of the superior thyroid artery.
Nerve supply
Recurrent laryngeal branch arising from the vagus nerve.
Action
The muscle closes the larynx by the epiglottis in order to prevent swallowed food and drink from entering the trachea and larynx.
Disease/Injury
The muscle is affected in inflammation of the larynx or epiglottis.
Muscle exercise
NA
Interesting facts
NA
