Atypical thoracic: T9 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the curvature of the inferior articular facets of T9?
A
they are slightly concave
2
Q
How many synovial joints are typically present at T9?
A
ten
3
Q
How many synovial joint surfaces for ribs are typically present on T9?
A
six
4
Q
What muscles attach to the spinous process of T9?
A
the trapezius, latissimus dorsi, multifidis, rotator longus, rotator brevis and interspinalis
5
Q
Which muscles attach to the transverse process of T9?
A
the longissimus thoracis, semispinalis thoracis, multifidis, rotator longus, rotator brevis, intertransversarii, levator costarum longus and levator costarum brevis
