Levator Scapula
Origin- Transverse processes of 1st through 4th cervical vertebrae
Insertion- Medial border of scapula, between the superior angle and superior portion of the spine of the scapula
Actions- Elevate the scapula, downwardly rotate the scapula, laterally flex the head and neck, rotate the head and neck to the same side
Bilaterally- Extend the head and neck
Insertion- Medial border of scapula, between the superior angle and superior portion of the spine of the scapula
Actions- Elevate the scapula, downwardly rotate the scapula, laterally flex the head and neck, rotate the head and neck to the same side
Bilaterally- Extend the head and neck