Neck Muscles

Origin and Insertion

levator scapulae (origin)

transverse processes of C1-C4

trapezius (origin)

superior nuchal line, occipital protuberance, and nuchal ligament

sternocleidomastoid (origin)

mastoid process and lateral superior nuchal line

anterior scalene (origin)

anterior tubercles of transverse processes of C4-C6

middle scalene (origin)

transverse processes of C2-C7

posterior scalene (origin)

transverse processes of C5-C6

levator scapulae (insertion)

medial border of scapula

trapezius (insertion)

lateral clavicle, acromion, and spine of scapula

sternocleidomastoid (insertion)

sternal head: anterior manubrium

clavicular head: superior medial clavicle

anterior scalene (insertion)

1st rib scalene tubercle

middle scalene (insertion)

1st rib

posterior scalene (insertion)

2nd rib