spinalis cervicis muscle

musculus spinalis cervicis

Origin: spinous processes of seventh cervical and sometimes two upper thoracic vertebrae; insertion: spinous processes of axis and sometimes of second to fourth cervical vertebrae; innervation: branches of cervical; action: extends vertebral column.

Type Bone
Latin Name musculus spinalis cervicis
FMA ID 22770

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the spinalis cervicis muscle?
Origin: spinous processes of seventh cervical and sometimes two upper thoracic vertebrae; insertion: spinous processes of axis and sometimes of second to fourth cervical vertebrae; innervation: branches of cervical; action: extends vertebral column.
What is the Latin name for the spinalis cervicis muscle?
The Latin name for the spinalis cervicis muscle is musculus spinalis cervicis.

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