Thoracic vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
What are the atypical features of the thoracic vertebrae?
A
T1-T10 have costal facets
T2-T8 have demi-facets
T9-T10 have whole facets
Superior articular facets face postero-laterally
Inferior articular facets face antero-medially
2
Q
Where are the demi and whole facets located?
A
Sides of vertebral bodies
3
Q
Where are the costal facets located?
A
Transverse processes
4
Q
What do the demi- and whole facets articulate with?
A
Head of ribs
5
Q
What do the costal facets articulate with?
A
Tubercle of rubs
6
Q
What movements occur at the thoracic vertebrae?
A
Premdominantly rotation
due to vertical orientation of facet joints
also articulation of ribs limits flexion, extension, lateral flexion
7
Q
What is the vertebral foramen like in thoracic vertebrae?
A
Small and circular
