Levator Scapulae
The levator scapulae is a slender skeletal muscle situated at the back and side of the neck. It originates from the transverse processes of the four uppermost cervical vertebrae; it inserts onto the upper portion of the medial border of the scapula. It is innervated by the cervical nerves C3-C4, and frequently also by the dorsal scapular nerve. As the Latin name suggests, its main function is to lift the scapula.
The levator scapulae is a large superficial muscle that stretches along the outside of the neck from the cervical vertebrae to the scapula. It primarily works to elevate the scapula but is also involved in rotating the scapula and tilting the head.
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