Hyoid

Joe Muscolino

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    • The hyoid bone is located in the anterior neck.
    • The hyoid does not form an osseous articulation with any other bone.

     

    NOTES:

    1. The hyoid is located at the level of C3.
    2. The hyoid is the only bone in the human body that does not articulate with another bone.
    3. The hyoid is the site of attachment for many muscles.
    Anterior view of the hyoid bone.

    Anterior view of the hyoid bone.

     

    Lateral (right lateral) view of the hyoid bone.

    Lateral (right lateral) view of the hyoid bone.