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Joints between Vertebral Bodies
Joints between Vertebral Bodies
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Anatomy
Post-Graduate
06/18/2010

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Term
Annulus fibrosus
Definition
a ring of concentric lamellae of fibrocarilage forming the circumference of the IV disc
inserts into the rim of the vertebral bodies
provides a STRONG BOND between adjacent vertebrae
Term
Intervertebral dics are what kind of joint?
Definition
symphysis: a cartilaginoud joint designed for weight bearing and strength
Term
Nucleus pulposus
Definition
the gelatinous, highly elastic central core of the iv disc
has a high water content that decreases with age
acts as a SHOCK ABSORBER and a simi-fluid ball bearing
*acascular
Term
Anterior longitudial ligament
Definition
along the anterior surfaces of the vert. bodies and iv discs

helps prevent hyerextension
Term
posterior longitudinal ligament
Definition
located within the vertebral canal and attached along the posterior surfaces of the vertebral bodies and discs
Term
ligamentum flavum
Definition
located between laminae of adjecent vert
helps maintain upright posture
Term
supraspinous ligament
Definition
inites the tips of the spinous processes
Term
ligamentum nuchae
Definition
thickening og the supraspinal ligaments in the cervical region
Term
interspinous ligaments
Definition
between the bases of spinous proceses
Term
intertransvese ligament
Definition
between transverse processes
Term
costovertebral joints
Definition
between head of the rib and two adjacent vert, plus iv disc
Term
costotransverse joints
Definition
between tubercle of the rib and the transverse process
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