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