The stenrocleidomastoid muscle bilaterally does neck extension, while unilaterally, they laterally flex the Neck to the same side of the muscle contracting, and rotates th neck to the contra lateral side. So if you rotate to the left, the right sternocleidomastoid muscle is working. The right stenrocleidomastoid will also cause right lateral flexion( side bending)
The sternomastoid muscle is located in the neck and helps with rotation and flexion of the head. It is named for its insertion points on the sternum and mastoid process of the skull. It is a key muscle involved in movements of the neck and head.
Sternomastoid (cat) corresponds to the medial portion of the sternocleidomastoid (human).origin: manubrium and median raphe.insertion: lateral half of lambdoidal ridge and mastoid portion of temporal bone as far as the mastoid process.The sternomastoid muscle defines the anterior triangle of the neck. In humans it is the thick strap like muscle that turns the head to the left or right.
If the head of the neck is fixed, then it is possible for the muscles to raise the clavicle and manubrium sterni, and hence the ribs, so that they act as accessory muscles of respiration.
The sternocleidomastoid muscle, also known as sternomastoid and comonly abbreviated as SCM, is a paired muscle in the superficial layers of the anterior portion of the neck. It acts to flex and rotate the head.
The primary muscle responsible for moving our arms and legs is the skeletal muscle, which is under voluntary control and enables movement by contracting and relaxing. In the head, muscles like the sternocleidomastoid and facial muscles facilitate movement and expression. All these muscles work in coordination with the skeletal system and the nervous system to produce movement throughout the body.
The muscle that is responsible for the movement of the head from left to right.
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No, the trapezius is not a smooth muscle; it is a skeletal muscle. Skeletal muscles, like the trapezius, are under voluntary control and are responsible for movements of the head, neck, and shoulders. In contrast, smooth muscles are involuntary and are found in structures like blood vessels and the digestive tract. The trapezius plays a key role in posture and movement, particularly in shrugging the shoulders and tilting the head.
The skeletal muscle is located throughout the body, attached to the skeleton via tendons. It is primarily found in the limbs, torso, and head, facilitating voluntary movements such as walking, lifting, and other physical activities. These muscles are striated in appearance and are under conscious control, allowing for coordinated movement.
The muscle that originates on the temporal fossa is the temporalis muscle. It is a fan-shaped muscle located on the side of the head. It is responsible for the movement of the jaw, including chewing and closing the mouth.
My opinion, not factually based, but I think it is because the muscles, yes even the muscle that control the movement of your eyes are relaxed allowing your eyes to roll much like you do when you are asleep.