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Which muscle primarily contributes to head and neck extension?
Which muscle primarily contributes to head and neck extension?
- Rotatores
- Semispinalis (correct)
- Multifidus
- Longissimus
What is a common action associated with the multifidus muscle?
What is a common action associated with the multifidus muscle?
- Rotation of the trunk to the opposite side (correct)
- Lateral flexion of the neck
- Rotation of the trunk to the same side
- Flexion of the lumbar spine
Which of the following groups includes the semispinalis muscle?
Which of the following groups includes the semispinalis muscle?
- Thoracic group
- Cervical group
- Both A and B (correct)
- Lumbar group
Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the deep layer muscle structure?
Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the deep layer muscle structure?
Which nerve generally innervates the semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores muscles?
Which nerve generally innervates the semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores muscles?
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for rotation to the opposite side of the trunk?
Which muscle group is primarily responsible for rotation to the opposite side of the trunk?
What is a common action performed by the deep layer muscles of the trunk?
What is a common action performed by the deep layer muscles of the trunk?
Which of the following muscles primarily affects movement in the cervical region?
Which of the following muscles primarily affects movement in the cervical region?
Which structure contains the cervical, thoracic, and capitis components?
Which structure contains the cervical, thoracic, and capitis components?
Which deep layer muscle is primarily located in the lumbar region?
Which deep layer muscle is primarily located in the lumbar region?
Study Notes
Deep Layer Muscle Structure
- Comprises semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores; essential for trunk stability and movement.
- Semispinalis is divided into thoracis, cervicis, and capitis, contributing to head and neck movements.
- Multifidus spans the lumbar and cervical regions, providing structural support during movement.
- Rotatores are found throughout the lumbar and cervical regions, playing a critical role in rotation.
Common Actions
- Muscles together enable head, neck, and trunk extension and hyperextension, vital for postural alignment.
- Assist with rotation of the neck and trunk towards the opposite side, promoting balance and mobility.
Innervation
- Nerve supply for semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores originates from the dorsal primary rami of spinal nerves, facilitating muscular control and movement.
Insertions
- Rotatores insert into the transverse processes of vertebrae, enhancing rotational capabilities.
- Multifidus inserts into the spinous processes, contributing to spinal stability.
- Semispinalis attaches to the spinous processes and occipital bone, aiding in head and neck extension and stabilization.
Deep Layer Muscle Structure
- Comprises semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores; essential for trunk stability and movement.
- Semispinalis is divided into thoracis, cervicis, and capitis, contributing to head and neck movements.
- Multifidus spans the lumbar and cervical regions, providing structural support during movement.
- Rotatores are found throughout the lumbar and cervical regions, playing a critical role in rotation.
Common Actions
- Muscles together enable head, neck, and trunk extension and hyperextension, vital for postural alignment.
- Assist with rotation of the neck and trunk towards the opposite side, promoting balance and mobility.
Innervation
- Nerve supply for semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores originates from the dorsal primary rami of spinal nerves, facilitating muscular control and movement.
Insertions
- Rotatores insert into the transverse processes of vertebrae, enhancing rotational capabilities.
- Multifidus inserts into the spinous processes, contributing to spinal stability.
- Semispinalis attaches to the spinous processes and occipital bone, aiding in head and neck extension and stabilization.
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Description
Explore the intricate anatomy and functions of the deep layer muscle structures, including semispinalis, multifidus, and rotatores. This quiz covers their roles in trunk stability, movement, innervation, and specific actions in head, neck, and trunk mobility. Test your knowledge on this essential aspect of human anatomy!
