Sternocleidomastoid Tendon
Tendo musculi sternocleidomastoidei
The tendinous attachment by which the sternocleidomastoid grips the mastoid process and superior nuchal line. It transmits the force of neck flexion and rotation and is the typical site of strain in whiplash and overzealous direct neck training.
- Attaches to
- Mastoid process of the temporal bone (and superior nuchal line of the occipital bone)
Muscles Sternocleidomastoid