Lumbar and Sacral vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
Lumbar vertebrae are typically formed of how many vertebrae?
A
5
2
Q
Lumbar vertebrae look like dogs. True or false
A
False, the look like moose
3
Q
Lumbar vertebrae articulate with….
A
Each other: inferior/Superior articular facets and discs
Sacrum: Inferior articular facets of L5
4
Q
Sacral vertebrae are fused in children. True or False.
A
False, they are fused in adults
5
Q
Sacral vertebrae are typically formed from how many segments?
A
5
6
Q
Sacral vertebrae articulate with…
A
L5: Superior articular facet
Coccyx: Facet for the coccyx
7
Q
Coccyx articulates with….
A
Sacrum: Superior coccygeal body and the cornu
8
Q
Coccyx is an important structure for attachment of what tissue?
A
soft tissue
