Atlanto-Occipital Joint Flashcards
1
Q
what amount of flexion - extension is accommodated by the atlanto-occipital joint?
A
about 25 degrees
2
Q
what amount of axial rotation is accommodated by the atlanto-occipital joint?
A
about 3-8 degrees one side axial rotation
3
Q
what amount of lateral bending is accommodated by the atlanto-occipital joint?
A
about 5 degrees
4
Q
which motion is best accommodated by the atlanto-occipital joint?
A
flexion - extension
