Uncovertebral Joints (Joints of Luschka) Flashcards
1
Q
where are uncovertebral joint found?
A
Cervical spine between the lateral parts of the adjacent vertebral bodies
2
Q
describe The Uncovertebral Joints (Joints of Luschka)
A
Small synovial joints found in the cervical region. They are surrounded by a capsule
3
Q
where are uncovertebral joint found?
A
Cervical spine between the lateral parts of the adjacent vertebral bodies
4
Q
describe the articulation points in the uncovertebral joints
A
The lateral edges of the inferior vertebrae are lipped and fit the bevelled edges of the vertebra above. The cartilage-covered superior and inferior articular surfaces face inferolaterally and superomedially, respectively.
5
Q
what are posterior joints in the vertebral column?
A
vertebral arches united by synovial joints
