Splenius Capitis Muscle
Splenius Capitis Muscle Anatomy Splenius capitis muscle is a broad, straplike muscle in the back of the neck. It pulls on the base of the skull from the vertebrae in the neck and upper thorax. It is involved in movements such as shaking the head. Origin: Nuchal ligament and spinous process of C7-T3. Insertion: Mastoid…