Geniohyoid: Origin, Insertion, Action & Nerve Supply

Geniohyoid: The geniohyoid muscle is a thin muscle located superior to the medial border of the mylohyoid muscle.

Origin: The geniohyoid muscle originates from the inferior mental spine of the mandible
Insertion: Then geniohyoid muscle travels inferiorly and posteriorly to attach to the hyoid bone.

Actions: The geniohyoid muscle brings the hyoid bone forward and upwards.

Innervation: The geniohyoid muscle is innervated by the first cervical nerve travelling alongside the hypoglossal nerve.

Neck Muscles
Neck Muscles: Origin, Insertion, Action & Nerve Supply