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Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups


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Muscle Function & Other Pertinent Medical Information
- RECTUS CAPITUS POSTERIOR MINOR -
ORIGIN: Posterior process of atlas (C1)
INSERTION: Medial half of inferior nuchal line
ACTION: Extends and rotates atlanto-occipital joint
NERVE: Suboccipital nerve (posterior primary ramus C1)








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