Nape
Nape
Nape (/neɪp/), also known as the nucha or nuchal area, is the back of the neck. It is derived from the Old English word hnæppa.
Etymology
The term "nape" is derived from the Old English hnæppa, which means the summit or crest of a hill. This term was later used to refer to the back of the neck due to its similar shape and position.
Anatomy
The nape is located at the back of the neck, between the head and the torso. It is covered by the trapezius muscle, which is responsible for moving, rotating, and stabilizing the scapula (shoulder blade) and extending the head at the neck. The nape is also home to the occipital bone, which forms the base of the skull.
Related Terms
- Cervical vertebrae: The bones that make up the neck, located just below the nape.
- Occipital bone: The bone that forms the base of the skull, located at the nape.
- Trapezius muscle: The muscle that covers the nape and is responsible for various movements of the head and shoulder blade.
- Scapula: Also known as the shoulder blade, it is moved and stabilized by the trapezius muscle, which covers the nape.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nape
- Wikipedia's article - Nape
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