The posterior cervical intertransversarii connect adjacent posterior tubercles and contribute to lateral cervical stabilisation and facet joint proprioception.
| Origin | Posterior tubercle of each cervical transverse process |
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| Insertion | Posterior tubercle of the adjacent transverse process above |
| Nerve Supply | Dorsal rami of cervical spinal nerves |
| Blood Supply | Vertebral artery muscular branches |
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They assist side-bending of the neck and stabilise adjacent cervical vertebrae.
Dysfunction contributes to cervicogenic dizziness. Their preservation in minimally invasive posterior cervical approaches reduces post-operative neck stiffness.
Not palpable directly.
Disruption in flexion-distraction injuries contributing to cervical segmental instability.
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