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Tuesday Platysma
In this
season of attending haunted events, I present the platysma muscle. This muscle
is wide and extends from the chest (pectoral) and shoulder (deltoid), goes over
the collarbone (clavicle) upward along the sides of the neck. Whew.
This muscle
draws the lower lip and corners of the mouth down and sideways, allowing for expressions
of fright or surprise. Perfect for Halloween. When these muscles work to their
maximum, the actual diameter of the neck increases, such as during intense
exercise that requires rapid breathing.
This muscle
is unique, because unlike other muscles, it is directly connected to the skin. But
like other muscles it is vulnerable to tears and strains.
From the Big Blue Book of Ballet Secrets
Anatomical Secret #26ff:
“The
platysma muscle allows an expression of surprise or fright.”
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“People with
positive attitude can see great things even in worse situations. Only cowards
give up because the worst happened to them.”
― Israelmore Ayivor, Daily Drive 365
― Israelmore Ayivor, Daily Drive 365
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