Sternocleidomastoid muscle

What does "Sternocleidomastoid muscle" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "sternocleidomastoid muscle" is a term used to describe a large muscle in the neck. This muscle is responsible for various movements of the head, such as turning the head from side to side or nodding. It's named for its attachment points - it starts at the sternum and clavicle (the 'sterno-' and 'cleido-' parts of the name) and ends at the mastoid process, a part of the skull.

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