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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See also

• Atlanto-occipital joint

• Rectus capitis posterior major muscle

• Rectus capitis posterior minor muscle

• Rectus capitis anterior muscle

References

External links

• PTCentral