Miscellaneous lumbar spine questions Flashcards
1
Q
How any joints are traditionally observed at each lumbar vertebral body?
A
L1-L5 = six each
2
Q
What is the superior articular facet orientation at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1-L5 = backward, upward, medial (BUM)
3
Q
What is the inferior articular facet orientation at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1-L5 = forward, downward, lateral (FoLD)
4
Q
How many synovial joints are maximally observed at each lumbar vertebra?
A
L1-L5 = four each
