Lumbar vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
What are the atypical features of lumbar vertebrae?
A
Massive vertebral bodies
Superior articular facet face inwards
Inferior articular facet face outwards
-at beginning of lumbar spine
2
Q
Why do the lumbar vertebrae have large vertebral bodies?
A
Due to their role in weight bearing
3
Q
What are the movements of the lumbar vertebrae?
A
Flexion
Extension
Lateral flexion
No rotation!
4
Q
Why is there no rotational movement in the lumbar vertebrae?
A
Because of the orientation of the facet joints
