Lumbar Spine Flashcards
1
Q
Which segments of the spine are more prone to variation in morphology?
A
L1 and L5
2
Q
What is the number of vertebrae in the normal adult lumbar spine?
A
5 segments
3
Q
Which vertebrae will be identified as typical lumbars?
A
L1-L4
4
Q
Which vertebra will be identified as an atypical lumbar?
A
L5
5
Q
What parts of the vertebra may be used to distinguish L1-L4 from L5?
A
- vertebral body
- pedicle
- articular process
- transverse process
- spinous process
