The cervical fossa is usually located in the upper fossa of the sternum.
The cervical fossa is usually located in the upper fossa of the sternum, at the location of the tensile point, which is the intersection of the bilateral clavicular head junction and the anterior midline. The patient should tilt the head backward, and then at the very bottom of the neck, two very obvious and symmetrical bony prominences can be palpated. These are the sternal heads of the clavicles bilaterally, and the midpoint of this portion is essentially the location of the cervical fossa.
In general, the cervical fossa is used clinically as a massage to relieve coughing or shortness of breath from various causes, and patients should be careful not to stimulate the area in this way. As patients do not have the appropriate anatomical knowledge, such stimulation may cause damage to the surrounding trachea and blood vessels.
It is recommended that patients with neck problems seek medical attention to avoid delays.