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Sternocleidomastoid Muscle.
Sternocleidomastoid Muscle - as a noun
One of two thick muscles running from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid and occipital bone; turns head obliquely to the opposite side; when acting together they flex the neck and extend the head
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
musculus sternocleidomastoideussternocleido mastoideussternocleidomastoidExample Sentences
"The sternocleidomastoid muscle is one of the major muscles in the neck."
"Injuries to the sternocleidomastoid muscle can cause pain and limited range of motion."
"Stretching exercises can help alleviate tightness in the sternocleidomastoid muscle."
"The sternocleidomastoid muscle is responsible for rotating the head."
"Patients with a strained sternocleidomastoid muscle may experience difficulty turning their head."
