Lspine Anatomy Flashcards

1
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Lumbar facet orientation

A

Sagittal until L5/S1
Flexion + extension- no limitation until L5
Side bending- sagittal plane restricts
Rotation- unless paraspinal limitation, no limitations

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Lumbosacral Joint

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Between the L5 and the auricular surfaces of sacrum.

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Ligaments at the Lumbosacral Joint

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  1. Iliolumbar ligament - Transverse process of L5 to crest of ilium
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