Scalenus Medius

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Origin

  • transverse process of atlas
  • posterior tubercles of transverse process of C2-C6

Insertion

  • passes downward and laterally
  • upper surface of first rib
    • behind groove for subclavian artery
    • behind roots of brachial plexus
    • behind subclavian artery

Nerve Supply

  • branches from anterior rami of cervical nerves

Action

  • assists in elevating first rib
  • laterally flexes and rotates cervical spine
 

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