Rectus capitis lateralis muscle
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For the muscle of the eye, see Lateral rectus muscle.
The rectus capitis lateralis, a short, flat muscle, arises from the upper surface of the transverse process of the atlas, and is inserted into the under surface of the jugular process of the occipital bone.
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Rectus capitis lateralis muscle | |
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Details | |
Origin | Upper surface of the transverse process of the atlas |
Insertion | Under surface of the jugular process of the occipital bone |
Nerve | C1, C2 |
Actions | Lateral flexion, stabilise atlanto-occipital joint |
Identifiers | |
Latin | musculus rectus capitis lateralis |
TA98 | A04.2.02.003 |
TA2 | 2151 |
FMA | 46316 |
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