The Musculus obliquus capitis inferior belongs to the group of short neck muscles.
Anatomy
Origin
The Musculus obliquus capitis inferior originates from the Spinous process of the second cervical vertebra.
Insertion
The Musculus obliquus capitis inferior inserts on the processus transversus atlantis[^1].
Innervation
The Musculus obliquus capitis inferior is innervated by the Nervus suboccipitalis (C1).