miscellaneous lumbar spine questions Flashcards
1
Q
how many synovial joints are maximally observed at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1-L5 = 4 each
2
Q
how many joints are traditionally observed at each lumbar vertebral body?
A
L1-L5 = 6 each
3
Q
what is the inferior articular facet orientation at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1-L5 = forward, downward, lateral (FoLD)