occiput
Back of head
The occiput is the back part of the head or skull.
In anatomy, it refers specifically to the occipital bone, which forms the posterior and lower portion of the cranium where it meets the spine.
The blow struck him on the occiput.
The adjective is occipital: occipital lobe, occipital neuralgia.
Skull bone structure
scalp · parietal · temporal · sphenoid · ethmoid · mastoid · atlas · axis
Movement coordination organ
Bedding for heads
- headrestPadded seat extension for neck
- cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
- neckrollCylindrical neck-support cushion
- bolsterStrengthen or buttress
ergonomic · orthopedic · contour · recliner · adjustable
cranium
Skull bone structure
vertebrae · scalp · parietal · temporal · sphenoid · ethmoid · mastoid · atlas · axis · sutures
cerebellum
Movement coordination organ
pillow
Bedding for heads
- headrestPadded seat extension for neck
- cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
- neckrollCylindrical neck-support cushion
bolster · ergonomic · orthopedic · contour · recliner · adjustable
headache
Cranial pain
alignment
Correct relative positioning
- ergonomicsStudy of work efficiency
- slouchDrooping, lazy posture
- extensionAdded part or duration
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