Back Arthrology Flashcards
Vertebral joints from C3-S1 are compound joints due to what two joint types found at the intervertebral joint and zygapophyseal joint?
Intervertebral Joint: Symphysis (Cartilagenous Joint)
Zygapophyseal joint: Planar (Synovial Joint)
The vertebral joint between C1 and C2 is a compound synovial joint that posses what two synovial joint types?
Planar
Trochoid
What is the joint type between S5 and the coccyx?
Symphysis (Cartilagenous)
T/F: All vertebrae from C1 to S1 have at least a planar synovial joint type
True
Which of the following ligaments of the vertebral joints travels on the dorsal surface of the vertebral spinous process then continues as the ligamentum nuchae in the cervical region?
A. Posterior Longitudinal L
B. Ligamentum Flavum
C. Supraspinatous L.
D. Intertransverse L.
E. Interspinous L.
Supraspinatous L.
Which of the following ligaments of the vertebral joints varies in presentation depending on location of vertebrae. Less defined in cervical region, Fibrous cords in Thoracic region, Thine membranes in Lumbar region.
A. Posterior Longitudinal L
B. Ligamentum Flavum
C. Supraspinatous L.
D. Intertransverse L.
E. Interspinous L.
Intertransverse L.
Hyperextension, also known as whiplash causes excessive stretching of what ligament of the vertebral column?
Anterior Longitudinal L.
If vertebral fracture is suspected, it is important to keep the patient in hyperextended position.
What ligament is the target of this technique?
What does the position allow to occur?
When would you NOT use this technique?
Anterior Longitudinal L.
Holding the tension with Anterior Longitudinal L. helps realign fragments and prevent further spinal cord injury
You would NOT use this technique if a cervical fracture is suspected
Which of the following ligaments of the vertebral joints is found on the ventral surface of the vertebral laminae?
A. Posterior Longitudinal L
B. Ligamentum Flavum
C. Supraspinatous L.
D. Intertransverse L.
E. Interspinous L.
Ligamentum Flavum
Herniation is a major cause of lower back and lower limb pain. It typically occurs where Annulus Fibrosis recieves no support from Anterior or Posterior Longitudinal Ligaments. Where is herniation most common?
A. L3/4 and L4/L5
B. L4/L5 and L5/S1
C. L5/S1 and S5/Coccyx
D. T12/L1 only
L4/L5 and L5/S1
The second number rule says for example that prolapse at C5/6 will effect spinal nerve 6, or prolapse at L3/L4 will effect spinal nerve 4. Explain why the second number rule exists for the cervical and lumbar region.
Cervical Region is due to spinal nerve exists superior to it’s corresponding vertebrae
(except C8 which is above T1 vertebrae)
Lumbar Region is due to the spinal nerve exitting the vertebral canal superior to the disk, so that when prolapsed only the inferior disk will be affected
What type of joint is the Atlantooccpital Joint?
What bones is it between?
What are the 3 assoicating ligaments?
Joint Type
Condyloid Joint
Location
Atlas and Basilar Occipital B.
Ligaments
Anterior Atlantoccipital Membrane
Tectorial Membrane
Posterior Atlantooocipital Membrane
Which of the following ligaments associated with the atlantooccipital joint is found on the posterior surface of body of the axis?
Anterior Atlantoccipital Membrane
Tectorial Membrane
Posterior Atlantooocipital Membrane
Tectorial Membrane
What type of joint is the Median Atlantoaxial Joint?
What bones is it located between?
Wgat are the 3 ligaments involved? (specify the ligaments that make up one of the 3)
Joint Type
Trochoid Synovial Joint
Location
Anterior Facet of the Dens on Axis
and Articular facet of the dens on Atlas
Ligaments
Alar L.
Apical L.
Cruciate L. : Superior Longitudinal Band, Transverse L of the Atlas, Inferior Longitudinal Band
Remember STIs are crucial
What type of joint is the Lateral Atlantoaxial Joint?
What bones are associated with the joint?
There are no associating ligaments
Joint Type
Planar Synovial Joint
Location
Superior and Inferior Articulating Processes of Atlas and Axis
Ligaments
none
At the cervical intervertebral joint between the _________ of inferior vertebra and the ________ of the superior vertebra is called the Unconvertebral Joint of Luschka
At the cervical intervertebral joint between the unicate process of inferior vertebra and the beveled inferior surface of the superior vertebra is called the Unconvertebral Joint of Luschka
All of the following are ligaments associated with the Lumbosacral joint. Which of the following travels on the dorsal surface of the vertebral body then onto the anterior wall of the sacral canal?
A. Anterior Longitudinal L.
B. Posterior Longitudinal L.
C. Ligamentum Flavum
D. Iliolumbar L.
Posterior Longitudinal L.
All of the following are ligaments associated with the Lumbosacral joint. Which of the following travels on the ventral surface of vertebral laminae onto the posterior wall of the sacral canal?
A. Anterior Longitudinal L.
B. Posterior Longitudinal L.
C. Ligamentum Flavum
D. Iliolumbar L.
Ligamentum Flavum
All of the following are ligaments associated with the Lumbosacral joint. Which of the following travels from L5 Transverse process and body to the Sacral Ala?
A. Anterior Longitudinal L.
B. Posterior Longitudinal L.
C. Ligamentum Flavum
D. Iliolumbar L.
Iliolumbar L.
