VI: Thoracic Region: Atypical Thoracic: T11/ Anticlinal Vertebra Flashcards
What part of the transverse process is absent on T11?
the transverse costal facet
What ligaments form the costotransverse joint of T11?
the superior costotransverse, and slightly developed inferior costotransverse and lateral costotransverse ligaments
The superior costotransverse ligament of T11 transverse process will attach to which rib?
the twelfth rib
Which segment is the last to demonstrate an attachment for the levator costarum longus?
T10
How many synovial joints are typically present at T11?
six
What muscles attach to the spinous process of T11?
trapezius, latissimus dorsi, serratus posterior inferior, iliocostalis lumborum, spinalis thoracis, multifidis, rotator longus, rotator brevis, and interspinalis
At which segments of the thoracic spine will the spinalis muscle not attach?
T9, T10
