Splenius Capitis

Region: Head & Neck Muscles · All head & neck muscles

Splenius Capitis at a glance

OriginLigamentum nuchae and spinous processes of C7–T3
InsertionMastoid process and lateral superior nuchal line
ActionsExtends the head and neck; Turns the face to the same side
Nerve supplyDorsal rami of cervical spinal nerves
Please note: This page is an anatomy education summary for students and curious readers, not medical advice. Attachment points are given in their classic short form; individual anatomy varies, and detailed dissection-level descriptions belong in an anatomy atlas.