The Musculus splenius capitis belongs to the spinotransverse musculature[^1].
Anatomy
Origin
The Musculus splenius capitis originates from the spinous processes of the three upper thoracic vertebrae and the four lower cervical vertebrae[^1].
Insertion
The insertion of the Musculus splenius capitis is in the region of the Mastoid process.
Innervation
The Musculus splenius capitis is innervated via the dorsal rami of C1-C8[^1].