Origin
- Processus spinosus C3-Th3 via lig. nuchae
Attachment
- Mastoideus process
- Nuchae superior line
Innervation
- C1-C5 Rr. Dorsal
Plexa
Function
Unilateral function
- Ipsilateral rotation of the cervical spine
- Lateral flexion of cervical spine
Bilateral function
- Extension of the cervical spine
Artery
Antagonist
Joints involved
Descriptive text
The muscle lies below the M. Trapezius. It is thin and flat.
Exercise
Training tips
Therapist tips
- Often involved in “gamnacke” as it is abbreviated.
- May cause trigger points and pain in the scalp.
Treatment recommendations r
- Massage
- Acupressure
- Dry needling
- Ledmanipulation
- Stretch (home stretch and by therapist)
- TENS
- NMES
- Cervical traction
- Heating / Cooling