Which are actions of the splenius capitis?
A)contralateral rotation of the neck and head at the atlanto-occipital joint
B)flexion of the arm at the glenohumeral joint
C)flexion of the neck and head at the atlanto-occipital joint
D)extension of the neck and head at the atlanto-occipital joint

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The action of the splenius capitis is primarily extension of the neck and head at the atlanto-occipital joint. It does not have any role in the rotation or flexion of the neck or head, nor does it play a role in flexion of the arm at the glenohumeral joint.

Which Are Actions of the Splenius Capitis