Course Description
In the 11th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the tissues and structures of the neck.
This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the anterior neck structures and muscles of the hyoid and tongue (omohyoid, sternohyoid, digastric, mylohyoid, geniohyoid, cricothyroid, hyoglossus, styloglossus, genioglossus), levator scapulae, the deep anterolateral neck (rectus capitis lateralis and ansa cervicalis), subclavius, and the scalene group. This course also explores many additional features of the neck, including the parotid gland, submandibular gland, its vasculature (jugular vein, carotid artery), the third lamina of the deep cervical fasciae, the vagus nerve, the thyroid, the brachial plexus, hypoglossal nerve, the cranial nerves, and the cupola, or dome, of the lungs.
Through this experience, participants will gain a rich and deep understanding of the continuities, connections, and relationships between these named muscles and their surrounding tissues, including bony landmarks, fasciae, and visceral elements. Structures will also be compared ex-situ to provide an appreciation for the diversity and range of anatomical expression. Through cultivating a greater appreciation of the human form, participants will be better able to apply their anatomical knowledge to their bodywork and movement practices.
On-Camera Dissection
15 HR
Course
Marathon (Level 3)
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe and detail the relationships, continuities, and connections for the named structures in this course (omohyoid, sternohyoid, digastric, mylohyoid, geniohyoid, cricothyroid, hyoglossus, styloglossus, genioglossus), levator scapulae, the deep anterolateral neck (rectus capitis lateralis and ansa cervicalis), subclavius, and the scalenes.
- Describe the pathways and relationships of the carotid artery and the jugular veins.
- Describe the relationship of the thyroid to its surrounding structures,
- Describe the relationship of several cranial nerves, and brachial plexus to the surrounding structure within the neck,
- Describe the variations that you have observed between Anna and Z and consider how these variations may have influenced movement, expression, and function.
Keywords
neck, anterolateral, omohyoid, stenohyoid, digastric, mylohyoid, geniohyoid, cricothyroid, hyoglossus, styloglossus, genioglossus, levator scapula, rectus capitis lateralis, ansa cervicalis, subclavius, scalenes, carotid, jugular, thyroid, cranial nerves, brachial plexus
Course Outline
Course 11, Module 1: Introduction
Course 11, Module 2: Anterior Neck and Muscles of Hyoid
Course 11, Module 3: Levator Scapulae
Course 11, Module 4: Deep Anterolateral Neck
Course 11, Module 5: Brachial Plexus
Course 11, Module 6: Subclavius, Scalenes, and Ligaments
Course 11, Module 7: Course Wrap Up
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