Rectus Capitis Anterior

Summary Information: Rectus Capitis Anterior

Rectus Capitis Anterior: The rectus capitis anterior is a paired muscle located in the neck. The rectus capitis anterior originates on the atlas and inserts on the occiput. The rectus capitis anterior flexes the head. It is innervated by the ventral rami C-2 through C-3.

Conditions that can afflict the rectus capitis anterior include whiplash, myalga, rupture, tears, strains, myopathy, atrophy, infectious myositis, neuromuscular diseases, lacerations and contusions.

Closely Related Organs: Rectus Capitis Anterior

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Rectus Capitis Anterior:

• Atlas
• Occiput
• Ventral rami
• Vertebrae
• Skull
• Skeletal muscle
• Bones
• Muscles
• Tendons
• Musculoskeletal system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Rectus Capitis Anterior

The following conditions are related to the organ: Rectus Capitis Anterior:

• Whiplash
• Myalga
• Ruptures
• Strains
• Myopathy
• Atrophy
• Infectious myositis
• Neuromuscular diseases
• Lacerations
• Contusions

Sub Parts: Rectus Capitis Anterior

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Rectus Capitis Anterior:

• Muscle tissue
• Muscle fibers

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Rectus Capitis Anterior

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Rectus Capitis Anterior:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Tingling or numbness to extremities
• Headache
• Muscle weakness
• Fever
• Loss of muscle control
• Spasms
• Bleeding
• Swelling
• Bruises

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Organs: list of all organs

Rectus Capitis Anterior: Related Topics

• Rectus
• Anterior

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