Deep Neck Flexors (Longus Colli, Longus Capitis, Rectus Capitis Anterior and Rectus Capitis Lateralis)

Integrated functional anatomy of the longus colli, longus capitis, rectus capitis anterior and rectus capitis lateralis (deep neck flexors). Attachments, nerves, palpation, joint actions, arthrokinematics, fascia, triggerpoints, and behavior in postural dysfunction. Common exercises, foam rolling, and stretches for the deep neck flexors.

Revised exercise for the longus colli & longus capitis

The Role of Longus Colli & Longus Capitis in Cervical Spinal Stabilization

The Unusual Suspects - Longus Colli and Longus Capitis of the Neck

Muscles of the neck / musculature of the cervical spine

Head & Neck Muscles • Muscles that act on the Neck and Head

Muscles – Advanced Anatomy 2nd. Ed.

Latissimus Dorsi

Adductor Muscles

Erector Spinae

The Cervical Spine Musculoskeletal Key

Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL) & Flexor Digitorum Longus (FDL)

Rectus Abdominis and Pyramidalis

Deep structures of the neck: Prevertebral muscles

Popliteus

Occipitocervical Region