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The splenius muscle is a superficial (top layer) muscle found on each side of the neck. It attaches the cervical (neck) and thoracic (upper back) vertebrae to the skull (mastoid process of temporal bone).ctivities that cause splenius muscle pain and symptoms in the horse: 1  A rider who constantly pulls or balances on the reins (lesson horse, rental horse). 2  A horse whose discipline requires collection and flexion of the head/neck (dressage, race horses).
Your splenius capitis muscle is comprised of several muscular fibers that insert themselves into the skull and are responsible for proper neck extension.Strengthening this muscle can help you keep a stable spine while preventing unwanted upper back and neck pain.hin-to-Chest. The chin-to-chest exercise stretches your splenius capitis while using your upper back muscles and posterior deltoids as muscle stabilizers. Sit on a chair and let your head drop forward as far as possible.