infrahyoid muscle
infrahyoid
The infrahyoid muscles are a group of four pairs of muscles in the anterior part of the neck. (The term infrahyoid refers to the region below to the hyoid bone in the neck. ) Collectively, they are referred to as the strap muscles, because the muscles are long and flat much like a strap.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | hyoid muscle |
| Latin Name | infrahyoid |
| FMA ID | 13338 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the infrahyoid muscle?
The infrahyoid muscles are a group of four pairs of muscles in the anterior part of the neck. (The term infrahyoid refers to the region below to the hyoid bone in the neck. ) Collectively, they are referred to as the strap muscles, because the muscles are long and flat much like a strap.
What is the Latin name for the infrahyoid muscle?
The Latin name for the infrahyoid muscle is infrahyoid.
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