Additional vertebral column arthrology Flashcards
What is the classification of the atlanto-occipital joint
synovial (diarthrosis) ellipsoidal
What other joint space does the atlanto-occipital joint communicate with
the posterior bursa of the median atlanto-axial joint
What is the median thickening of th anterior atlanto-occipital ligament called
the anterior longitudinal ligament
ossification of the free margin of the posterior atlanto-occipital ligament results in which atypical bone lassification
accessory bone
what other name may be used to identify a ponticulus posticus
kimerle’s anomaly
what amount of flexion extension is accommodated by the atlanto-occipital joint
about 25 degrees
what amount of lateral bending is accommodated by the atlato occipital joint
about 5 degrees
which motion is best accommodated by the atlato occipital joint
flexion extension
