How Do You Spell SUPRAHYOID?

1. Suprahyoid is an adjective that describes anatomical structures or muscles located above or superior to the hyoid bone. The hyoid bone is a U-shaped bone located in the neck that serves as an attachment point for various muscles involved in swallowing and speech.

   In human anatomy, suprahyoid muscles refer to a group of four muscles located above the hyoid bone. These muscles include the digastric muscle, mylohyoid muscle, geniohyoid muscle, and stylohyoid muscle. They are responsible for elevating the hyoid bone and the floor of the mouth during swallowing and speech production.

   The suprahyoid muscles play a crucial role in functions such as swallowing, chewing, and speech articulation. They assist in the movement of the tongue, lower jaw, and larynx during these activities. These muscles are innervated by the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve (V3), as well as the facial nerve (VII) for the stylohyoid muscle.

   Understanding the suprahyoid muscles is important for healthcare professionals, as an impairment in their function can lead to difficulties in swallowing (dysphagia), speech disorders, and other related issues. Their role in providing support and movement for the hyoid bone, oral cavity, and throat highlights their significance in maintaining proper oral and swallowing functions.

2. Above the hyoid bone, noting certain accessory thyroid glands lying within the geniohyoid muscle.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for SUPRAHYOID

The word "suprahyoid" is derived from two roots: "supra" and "hyoid".

The prefix "supra-" comes from the Latin word "supra", meaning "above" or "over". It indicates a position or location above or superior to something else.

The term "hyoid" comes from the Greek word "hyoeidēs", which means "shaped like the letter U". In anatomy, the hyoid bone is a U-shaped bone located in the neck, just above the larynx (voice box). It serves as the attachment site for various muscles involved in swallowing and speech.

When combined, the word "suprahyoid" refers to something located or positioned above the hyoid bone.