Miscellaneous Lumbar spine Flashcards
1
Q
How many synovial joints are maximally observed at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1 - L5 = four each
2
Q
How many joints are traditionally observed at each lumbar vertebral body?
A
L1 - L5 = six each
3
Q
What is the inferior articular facet orientation at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1 - L5 = forward, downward, lateral (FoLD)