Origin
Manubrium of the sternum and medial third of the superior surface of the clavicle.
Insertion
Lateral surface of the mastoid process of the temporal bone and the lateral half of the superior nuchal line through an aponeurosis.
Nerves
Blood Supply
Occipital artery, superior thyroid artery, and branches from the external carotid artery.
The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) is a paired, superficial muscle located on the anterior aspect of the neck. It is one of the largest and most prominent cervical muscles. The name “sternocleidomastoid” reflects its origin at the manubrium of the sternum (“sterno”) and the clavicle (“cleido”), with its insertion at the mastoid process of the temporal bone of the skull.
The primary actions of the SCM include rotation of the head to the opposite side and flexion of the neck. Additionally, the SCM can act as an accessory muscle for respiration, particularly in forced inspiration.
The SCM divides the neck into two anatomical triangles:
CLINICAL RELEVANCE
The function of the sternocleidomastoid muscle changes depending on whether it acts alone (unilateral contraction) or together with its contralateral counterpart (bilateral contraction).
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The Core Structure & Function
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The Spine & Neck – Back Muscles Lectures – Part 2
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The Core Structure & Function Lectures – Part 2
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