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The sternocleidomastiod. Theres one on each side of the neck going from your occipital bone (back of head) down to your clavical (collar bone).

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What muscle bilaterally flexes the head and unilaterally turns it to the opposite side?

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When this muscle contracts the head rotates so that the face turns downward and to the opposite side.?

sternocleidomstoid


When this muscle contracts the head rotates so that the face turns downward and to the opposite side?

sternocleidomstoid


Why acting alone each muscle of this pear turns the head toward the opposite shoulder?

Each muscle of the neck, such as the sternocleidomastoid, works by contracting and pulling the head in a specific direction. When one side of the muscle contracts, it creates a torque that turns the head toward the opposite shoulder due to the muscle's attachment points. This unilateral contraction results in rotation and lateral flexion of the neck, effectively directing the head away from the contracting muscle. Thus, acting alone, each muscle facilitates the rotation of the head toward the opposite side.


What are the origins for the muscle that pull the head down toward the chest?

The neck muscle is the muscle that pulls the head to the chest. This muscle is very important because, without it, the head would also not be able to move side to side or up.


What is the muscle that travels from the sternum to the lateral side of the head?

Sternoclamastoid...... it has 3 connecting points the Mastoid process of your jaw, the clavicle, and the sternum.... hence the name. I am not positive I spelled it correct but that is what that muscle is called.


How can I help my newborn who consistently turns their head to one side?

If your newborn consistently turns their head to one side, you can help by gently encouraging them to look in the other direction during supervised tummy time and while holding them. This can help prevent flat spots on their head and promote balanced muscle development. If the issue persists, consult with your pediatrician for further guidance.


What are the origins for the muscles that pull the head down toward the chest?

The neck muscle is the muscle that pulls the head to the chest. This muscle is very important because, without it, the head would also not be able to move side to side or up.


What are the origins for the muscles pulling the head down toward the chest?

The neck muscle is the muscle that pulls the head to the chest. This muscle is very important because, without it, the head would also not be able to move side to side or up.


What is the muscle on the side of the neck that flexes the head?

sternocleidomastoid


Which muscles flexes the head?

The name of the muscle is sternocleidomastoid. As the name suggests, the muscle arise from the sternum and clavicle to reach the mastoid process. You have two muscles, one muscle on each side.


What type of body movement occurs in the neck when a person turns the head from side to side?

Rotation