Back Osteology Flashcards
1
Q
What does the C1-C6 Transverse Foramen transmit?
A
Vertebral Artery
2
Q
What are the unique features of Thoracic Vertebrae?
A
- Small/round vertebral foramen
- Heart shaped vertebral body
- Superior Costal Facet
- Inferior Costal Facet
- Transverse Costal Facet
3
Q
What is Spondylosis?
A
Is a degenerative joint disease which involves the calcification of the edges of the vertebral body.
4
Q
What is Spondylolysis?
A
Separation of the Vertebral Arch from the Vertebral body(thoracic)
5
Q
What is Spondylolisthesis?
A
Anterior displacement of the Vertebral Body on the Inferior Vertebral Segment.
Can also occur secondarily to Spondylolysis.