Last edit by Alaric Steinmetz on 08.09.2023
The Musculus splenius capitis belongs to the spinotransverse musculature[^1].
The Musculus splenius capitis originates from the spinous processes of the three upper thoracic vertebrae and the four lower cervical vertebrae[^1].
The insertion of the Musculus splenius capitis is in the region of the Processus mastoideus.
The Musculus splenius capitis is innervated by the dorsal rami of C1-C8[^1].
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Article created on 16.08.2026 · Alaric Steinmetz
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