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Origin Upper surface of the transverse process of the atlas Insertion Under surface of the jugular process of the occipital bone Actions Lateral flexion, stabilise atlanto-occipital joint Latin Musculus rectus capitis lateralis | ||
The Rectus capitis lateralis, a short, flat muscle, arises from the upper surface of the transverse process of the atlas, and is inserted into the under surface of the jugular process of the occipital bone.
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