Human Anatomy: Muscle Groups |
Muscle Function & Other Pertinent Medical Information | |
- SPLENIUS CAPITIS - | |
ORIGIN: | Lower ligament nuchae, spinous processes and supraspinous ligaments T1-3 |
INSERTION: | Lateral occiput between superior and inferior nuchal lines |
ACTION: | Extends and rotates cervical spine |
NERVE: | Posterior primary rami of C3, 4 |