ligamentum nuchae supraspinous intertransverse ligaments Flashcards
What are layers of the ligamentum nuchae
superficial and deep layers are identified
what is the name gien to the superficial layer of the ligamentum nuchae
the funicular layer or part
what is the name given to the deep layer of the ligamentum nucahe
the lamellar layer
what are the attachement sites for the superficial layer of the ligamentum nuchae
the external occipital protuberance, external occipital crest and spinous tubercle of C7
what is the histological make-up of the human ligamentum nuchae
it is a yellow elastic ligament, but has more collagen fibers than in quadrupeds
what is the termination level inferiorly for the supraspinous ligament according to current literature
primarily at L4 (73%) between L4 and L5 5%
where is the supraspinous ligament said to be best developed
in the lumbar spine
what is now thought to be a major function of the supraspinous ligament
it is a proprioceptive transducer for the spinal reflex
where in the vertebral column is the intertransverse ligament best developed
in the lumbar spine
what part of the intertransverse ligament in the lumbar spine covers the intervertebral foramen
the ventral slip
what part of the intertransverse ligament in the lumbar spine divides the body wall into an anterior muscular compartment and a posterior muscular compartment
the dorsal slip
