Ortho-Neuro Evaluation Flashcards
What is thenormalized curvature of the cervical spine described as?
Lordotic
What are the functions of the curvature of the cervical spine?
- Provide shock-absorbing mechanism
- Allow head and eyes to remain oriented forward
True of False: The cervical spine is the most mobile region of the spine
True
True or False: The 3rd to 6th cervical vertebrae can be considered typical, while the seventh is atypical.
True
What are the primary movements of the C0/C1 joint?
Flexion and extension
True or False: C1/C2 accounts for up to 50% of rotation in the neck
True
What is typical of intervertebral foramina?
- Provide an exit for nerve roots
- Side id dictated by the disc heights and the pedicle shape
- Will lose space with pathologies
What is spinal movement comprised of?
Intervertebral joints and facet joints
What do Von Lushchka’s Joints do?
- Control rotation and lateral flexion
- Provide shock absorption by the curvature of the spince not the disc
True or False: 50% of flexion and extension happens in the upper cervical
True
What is the stomatognathic system?
A complex network of the jaw
What are the key components of TMJ ?
- Mandible
- Maxilla
- Zygomatic arch
- Temporal Bone
What is the function of the masseter?
Elevates the mandible (jaw closure) and plays a minor role in protraction
What is the function of the temporalis?
Elevates and retracts the mandible (jaw closure and retraction)
What is the function of the Medial Pterygoid?
Elevates the mandible (jaw closure) and contributes to protrusion. Aids in grinding movements for the teeth
What is the function of the Lateral Pterygoid?
Protracts (protrudes) the amndible and assists in opening the mouth; contributes to side-to-side movements of the jaw