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Neck23
  • In tetrapods, cervical vertebrae (SG: vertebra) are the vertebrae of the neck, immediately below the skull. (wikipedia.org)
  • First he performed soft tissue massage to the trapezius (a flat triangular muscle covering the back of the neck and shoulder) and musculature of the upper thoracic (chest) spine, and then he mobilised the upper thoracic spine. (hdc.org.nz)
  • The first seven VERTEBRAE of the SPINAL COLUMN, which correspond to the VERTEBRAE of the NECK. (lookformedical.com)
  • A syndrome characterised by a low hairline and a shortened neck resulting from a reduced number of vertebrae or the fusion of multiple hemivertebrae into one osseous mass. (lookformedical.com)
  • 7 cervical (neck) vertebrae. (theatlantasocialsecurityattorney.com)
  • First, let's get familiar with the neck, or the cervical spine. (theyogatutorials.com)
  • We have seven cervical vertebrae (neck bones) and eight cervical spinal nerves that run between them. (theyogatutorials.com)
  • The cervical and trapezius muscles-the broad triangular muscles that attach at the neck, the shoulders, and the upper back-have two major functions: to support movement for the head and neck, and to protect the spinal cord and nerves when the spinal column is under mechanical stress. (theyogatutorials.com)
  • The uppermost is the cervical region, consisting of seven small vertebrae that form the neck. (drgeoffreyrosenberg.com.au)
  • In the neck it is attached , above, to the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone, and is continuous, laterally, with the deep cervical fascia. (co.ma)
  • The origin is by direct fleshy attachment, except in relation to the occipital bone, the lower part of the neck, and the lower thoracic vertebræ, in which places the origins are tendinous. (co.ma)
  • The muscle overlaps the latissimus dorsi, and covers the levator scapulæ, rhomboidei, and the deeper axial muscles of the back, along with the ascending and the descending branch of the transverse artery of the neck, the accessory nerve, and muscular branches from the cervical plexus. (co.ma)
  • The cervical nerves communicate with the accessory nerve in the posterior triangle of the neck and beneath the trapezius. (co.ma)
  • The muscle overlaps the latissimus dorsi, and covers the levator scapula, rhomboidei, and the deeper axial muscles of the back, along with the ascending and the descending branch of the transverse artery of the neck, the accessory nerve, and muscular branches from the cervical plexus. (co.ma)
  • Your neck, which is also called the upper cervical spine, is distinguished by two large vertebrae. (buffiechiro.com)
  • The Cervical Spine - there are 7 vertebrae in the upper part of the spine, or neck. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • The neck vertebrae are called cervical vertebrae . (wikipedia.org)
  • Adjacent vertebrae articulate via intervertebral discs and facet joints , and there are specialized joints in the upper cervical region, the thoracic region, and between the sacrum and pelvis for articulation with the head and neck, the ribs , and the hip respectively. (amboss.com)
  • The second part runs upward through the foramina in the transverse processes of the upper six cervical vertebræ, and is surrounded by branches from the inferior cervical sympathetic ganglion and by a plexus of veins which unite to form the vertebral vein at the lower part of the neck. (wikidoc.org)
  • Section of the neck at about the level of the sixth cervical vertebra. (wikidoc.org)
  • Radiograph of the pelvis depicting delayed ossification of capital femoral epiphyses, metaphyseal flaring, horizontal acetabular roofs, triangular fragment on the inferior aspect of the broad femoral neck, and coxa vara. (medscape.com)
  • The neck, called the cervical spine, curves slightly inward. (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
  • The thoracic spine consists of 12 vertebrae (T1 to T12) that form the middle section of the spinal column, linking the cervical spine (neck) and lumbar spine (lower back). (knrlegal.com)
Sacrum and coccyx3
Coccyx6
  • 3 or 4 little vertebrae fused into a coccyx at the lower end of the spinal column. (theatlantasocialsecurityattorney.com)
  • The coccyx, also known as the tailbone, is a small, triangular bone resembling a shortened tail located at the bottom of the spine. (healthline.com)
  • The bottom of the spine has a tiny triangular bone known as the coccyx. (thehaleandhearty.com)
  • The coccyx is linked to the sacrum which is the largest bone that is placed below the last lumbar vertebra. (thehaleandhearty.com)
  • The sacrum, which lies at the base of your spine between the fifth lumbar and the tailbone, or coccyx, is a triangular-shaped bone made up of five fused parts. (buffiechiro.com)
  • The sacrum consists of five fused vertebrae and forms the posterior wall of the pelvis, while the Coccyx or tailbone is composed of four fused vertebrae. (shiken.ai)
Intervertebral discs10
  • The upper and lower surfaces of the vertebra body give attachment to the intervertebral discs. (meddic.jp)
  • It is made up of bony segments called vertebrae and fibrous tissue called intervertebral discs. (drgeoffreyrosenberg.com.au)
  • Embryologically, the vertebrae are derived from the somites of the paraxial mesoderm , and the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral discs is derived from the notochord . (amboss.com)
  • The connection of the vertebrae of this part is performed by means of intervertebral discs, joints and ligaments. (osvilt.com)
  • The Vertebral column usually consists of 32 to 34 individual vertebrae, between which are the intervertebral discs, prevents bone friction and premature wear. (vsebolezni.com)
  • These vertebrae are separated by intervertebral discs, and can be divided into five distinct regions, each characterised by a different vertebral structure. (shiken.ai)
  • The intervertebral discs are fibrocartilaginous cylinders that join the vertebrae together, permitting the flexibility of the spine, as well as acting as shock absorbers. (shiken.ai)
  • The vertebral column is an anatomical structure composed of 33 bones called vertebrae, which are connected together through intervertebral discs. (shiken.ai)
  • Adjacent vertebrae are separated by fibrocartilaginous intervertebral discs, and the vertebral foramen of each vertebra line up to form the vertebral canal. (shiken.ai)
  • Cushion-like structures called intervertebral discs are situated between each pair of thoracic vertebrae. (knrlegal.com)
Ribs10
  • In sauropsid species, the cervical vertebrae bear cervical ribs. (wikipedia.org)
  • The vertebral transverse processes of mammals are homologous to the cervical ribs of other amniotes. (wikipedia.org)
  • A group of twelve VERTEBRAE connected to the ribs that support the upper trunk region. (lookformedical.com)
  • The next 12 vertebrae make up the thoracic region or mid back from which the ribs are hinged. (drgeoffreyrosenberg.com.au)
  • The specimen comprises a largely complete skull, portions of the pectoral girdle, pelvis, fore- and hindfins and numerous vertebrae and ribs. (peerj.com)
  • At the back, the ribs are joined to the vertebrae. (wikipedia.org)
  • In particular, we are talking about those areas in which there is a connection of joints and ligaments of the spine with ribs, and the joints of the vertebrae, which they form among themselves. (vsebolezni.com)
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  • Therefore, the aim of this study was to describe the vertebrae, sternum, and ribs of the capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus) by means of anatomical dissection and radiographic and tomographic images. (bvsalud.org)
  • The anticlinal vertebra is always the penultimate thoracic one, the ninth pair of ribs is always the last sternal pair, and the last two are buoyant. (bvsalud.org)
Bone14
  • The superior and inferior articular processes of cervical vertebrae have fused on either or both sides to form articular pillars, columns of bone that project laterally from the junction of the pedicle and lamina. (wikipedia.org)
  • Function: Flat triangular muscle that forms the floor of the mouth and can raise the hyoid bone, floor of the mouth and tongue. (goconqr.com)
  • Also called the shoulder blade, it is a flat triangular bone, a pair of which form the back part of the shoulder girdle. (lookformedical.com)
  • 5 sacral vertebrae (fused triangular bone). (theatlantasocialsecurityattorney.com)
  • In the vertebrate spinal column, each vertebra is an irregular bone with a complex structure composed of bone and some hyaline cartilage, the proportions of which vary according to the segment of the backbone and the species of vertebrate animal. (meddic.jp)
  • It arises from the superior nuchal line of the occipital bone in its medial third, from the external occipital protuberance (Fig. 396, p. 444), from the ligamentum nuchæ, from the spines of the seventh cervical and all the thoracic vertebræ, and the intervening supraspinous ligaments. (co.ma)
  • Atlas -A large vertebra, or upper bone, in the upper cervical spine. (familyspinecenter.com)
  • Axis -A large vertebra, or lower bone, in the upper cervical spine. (familyspinecenter.com)
  • Also called the tailbone, a triangular-shaped bone at the bottom of the lumbar area. (familyspinecenter.com)
  • The connection forms a massive triangular bone. (osvilt.com)
  • It increases in the direction from the cervical to the sacral spine and is associated with changes in the load experienced by the bone tissue. (vsebolezni.com)
  • In particular, the cervical vertebrae of a man found in the composition of the vertebral column 7 again differs from the others by the presence of additional holes in the bone transversely extending ridges. (vsebolezni.com)
  • The lowest vertebra of the lumbar spine, L5, connects to the top of the sacrum , a triangular bone at the base of the spine that fits between the two pelvic bones. (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
  • The sacrum is the large triangular bone at the base of the spine, the lower part of which is the tailbone. (msdmanuals.com)
Transverse11
  • In humans, cervical vertebrae are the smallest of the true vertebrae and can be readily distinguished from those of the thoracic or lumbar regions by the presence of a foramen (hole) in each transverse process, through which the vertebral artery, vertebral veins, and inferior cervical ganglion pass. (wikipedia.org)
  • The transverse processes are each pierced by the foramen transversarium, which, in the upper six vertebrae, gives passage to the vertebral artery and vein, as well as a plexus of sympathetic nerves. (wikipedia.org)
  • The transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae are also called costal processes. (amboss.com)
  • They arise, one on each side of the body, then enter deep to the transverse process of the level of the 6th cervical vertebrae (C6). (wikidoc.org)
  • It then proceeds superiorly, under the transverse process of each cervical vertebra until C1. (wikidoc.org)
  • Behind it are the transverse process of the seventh cervical vertebra , the sympathetic trunk and its inferior cervical ganglion . (wikidoc.org)
  • It is situated in front of the trunks of the cervical nerves, and pursues an almost vertical course as far as the transverse process of the atlas , above which it runs upward and lateralward to the foramen in the transverse process of the atlas. (wikidoc.org)
  • Transverse processes are on the vertebrae in pairs. (osvilt.com)
  • The cervical vertebrae have three main distinguishing features: bifid spinous process, transverse processes, and pedicles. (shiken.ai)
  • The transverse processes articulate with the rib in the thoracic vertebrae. (shiken.ai)
  • The seventh cervical vertebra had a transverse foramen in one specimen. (bvsalud.org)
SACRAL VERTEBRAE2
  • Sacral vertebrae represent the Foundation, upward, and departing from it five vertebrae. (osvilt.com)
  • But the thoracic and sacral vertebrae mobility due to a number of anatomical factors do not differ. (vsebolezni.com)
Nerves8
  • The cervical spinal nerves emerge from above the cervical vertebrae. (wikipedia.org)
  • The foramina allow the entry and exit of the spinal nerves from each vertebra, together with associated blood vessels. (meddic.jp)
  • Posterior primary divisions of the upper three cervical nerves. (wikidoc.org)
  • They then traverse the cervical sympathetic nerves and enter the superior cervical ganglion and synapse. (sphenopalatineganglionblocks.com)
  • When the vertebrae are stacked on top of each other, the bony rings form a hollow tube that surrounds the spinal cord and nerves. (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
  • The two nerves that leave the spine at each vertebra go through the foramina, one on the left and one on the right. (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
  • Spinal nerves emerge from the spinal cord and pass through spaces between the thoracic vertebrae. (knrlegal.com)
  • Along the length of the spinal cord, the spinal nerves emerge from the sides through spaces between the vertebrae to connect with nerves throughout the body. (msdmanuals.com)
Atlas5
  • The atlas (C1) and axis (C2) are the two topmost vertebrae. (wikipedia.org)
  • The atlas (C1) is the topmost vertebra, and along with the axis forms the joint connecting the skull and spine. (wikipedia.org)
  • The toothlike process on the upper surface of the axis, which articulates with the CERVICAL ATLAS above. (lookformedical.com)
  • The first cervical or suboccipital nerve lies between the artery and the posterior arch of the atlas. (wikidoc.org)
  • First cervical vertebra, named the Atlas, is the lack of body. (vsebolezni.com)
Bones12
  • The laminae of the vertebra can be described as a pair of flat arched bones that form a component of the vertebral arch. (drgeoffreyrosenberg.com.au)
  • These bones in your cervical spine do not need discs and protect the medulla oblongata, or lower brainstem. (buffiechiro.com)
  • The caudal vertebræ have the facets for the chevron bones free from the articular margins, forming large prominent unequal tubercles on the base of the centrum. (google.com.ph)
  • The pubic bones are transversely oblong, and the ischial bones more than usually triangular, owing to there being no forward prolongation to meet the pubes. (google.com.ph)
  • The spine consists of 26 bones - 24 vertebrae, the sacrum and the coxcyx - or tailbone. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • In between each of the vertebrae are discs of soft pulpy tissue and cartilage that act as shock absorbers to protect the bones. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • The majority of back related problems relate to either the Cervical Spine - because of the delicate nature of the bones there - or the Lumbar Spine - due to the weight it supports. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • It is made of small bones called vertebrae . (wikipedia.org)
  • The human spine is made up of 24 spinal bones, called vertebrae . (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
  • The human vertebral column is a complex structure consisting of a series of approximately 33 bones called vertebrae. (shiken.ai)
  • Shoulder Blades (scapulae): The shoulder blades are flat, triangular bones positioned on each side of the upper back. (knrlegal.com)
  • The spine (spinal column) consists of back bones (vertebrae). (msdmanuals.com)
Consists6
  • Every vertebra has a body , which consists of a large anterior middle portion called the centrum and a posterior vertebral arch , also called a neural arch. (meddic.jp)
  • The Lumbar Spine - this is the lower back and consists of 5 vertebrae. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • The basic vertebra consists of a vertebral body ( anterior ), a vertebral arch ( posterior ), and a vertebral foramen , through which runs the spinal cord. (amboss.com)
  • It consists of 3-5 vertebrae fused together. (osvilt.com)
  • The spine consists of 33 different vertebrae that make up four different sections: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral. (timebusinessnews.com)
  • Structure of a vertebrae consists of an anterior vertebral body and a posterior vertebral arch, with the vertebral body being the weight-bearing component and the vertebral arch enclosing the vertebral foramen. (shiken.ai)
Posterior5
  • The posterior part of a vertebra forms a vertebral arch , in eleven parts, consisting of two pedicles , two laminae, and seven processes. (meddic.jp)
  • This part of the artery is covered by the Semispinalis capitis and is contained in the suboccipital triangle -a triangular space bounded by the Rectus capitis posterior major , the Obliquus superior , and the Obliquus inferior . (wikidoc.org)
  • A triangular depression at the posterior part of lower end of Humerus is:a- Coronoid Fossa b- Olecranon Fossa c- Radial Fossad- Radial notche- None is Correct4. (zbook.org)
  • Each vertebrae shares a common structure, comprising of an anterior vertebral body and a posterior vertebral arch. (shiken.ai)
  • The vertebral arches form the lateral and posterior aspect of each vertebrae, and are joined with the vertebral body to form a vertebral foramen. (shiken.ai)
Spinous processes2
  • In experimental part, the coordinate positions of the markers mounted on the spinous processes of the vertebrae of 25 male volunteers were registered in frontal plane through the optical tracking method and so the spinal alignment was obtained in lateral sleep position on soft and firm surfaces and on the best custom-made arrangement. (springer.com)
  • The vertebrae that have spinous processes pointing downward are:a- All cervical vertebraeb- All thoracic vertebraec- All thoracic vertebrae except for T1d- All thoracic vertebrae except for T1, T10, T11, T12e- All lumbar vertebrae except for L39. (zbook.org)
Thoracic region1
  • Most of the vertebrae in the thoracic region - 12 of them here. (vsebolezni.com)
Foramina2
  • There are vertebral notches formed from the shape of the pedicles, which form the intervertebral foramina when the vertebrae articulate. (meddic.jp)
  • When the vertebrae articulate the notches align with those on adjacent vertebrae and these form the openings of the intervertebral foramina. (meddic.jp)
Trapezius2
  • The trapezius is a large triangular muscle which lies in the upper part of the back. (co.ma)
  • The trapezius has a double nerve-supply: (1) from the terminal fibres of the accessory nerve, and (2) from the cervical plexus (C. 3. (co.ma)
Adjacent5
  • Any of the 23 plates of fibrocartilage found between the bodies of adjacent VERTEBRAE. (lookformedical.com)
  • These ligaments connect the laminae of adjacent vertebra along the length of the spine from the level of the second cervical vertebra. (meddic.jp)
  • Two adjacent vertebrae are motor pigment. (osvilt.com)
  • Each vertebra of a person, which is part of the vertebral column, has a hollow hole, in conjunction with the adjacent elements creating a channel protecting located inside the spinal cord from any effects. (vsebolezni.com)
  • On the arc are the tenderloin (lower and upper) constituting the articulation between adjacent vertebrae of the intervertebral foramen. (vsebolezni.com)
Axis2
  • This set of Axis Scientific's enlarged vertebrae models is perfect for studying the three distinct types of vertebrae in the human spine. (anatomywarehouse.com)
  • The human spine is a bony and cartilaginous axis, composed of 33 - 34 vertebrae. (osvilt.com)
Plexus2
  • The carotid tubercle is also used as a landmark for anaesthesia of the brachial plexus and cervical plexus. (wikipedia.org)
  • Innervation: They are supplied by branches arising from the deep branches of the cervical plexus. (goconqr.com)
Types of vertebrae1
Made up of five fused1
Caudal2
Discs6
  • The vertebrae and discs form a column from the head to pelvis providing symmetry to the body. (drgeoffreyrosenberg.com.au)
  • The vertebrae, facet joints and discs are vertically stacked in a healthy spine. (buffiechiro.com)
  • Ligaments support that alignment and discs, which are flexible, spongy pads, absorb shocks between the vertebrae and joints. (buffiechiro.com)
  • The spinal column runs down the spine through these vertebrae and discs. (precisionhealthclinics.com.au)
  • The density of the connections between the vertebrae and discs is such that to separate them, without any mechanical effort, it is not possible. (vsebolezni.com)
  • Similarly, a sudden fall can result in muscle strains, ligament sprains, herniated discs, or fractured vertebrae in the upper back. (knrlegal.com)
Dorsal3
Articulate2
  • Vertebrae articulate with each other to give strength and flexibility to the spinal column, and the shape at their back and front aspects determines the range of movement. (meddic.jp)
  • The lumbar vertebrae are also unique in that they cannot articulate with the rib cage in the same way as the thoracic vertebrae. (shiken.ai)
Muscles2
Inferior1
  • the former is placed on a lower level than the latter, and its inferior border is prolonged downward, so as to overlap the upper and forepart of the vertebra below. (wikipedia.org)
Facet joints1
Sixth3
  • The general characteristics of the third through sixth cervical vertebrae are described here. (wikipedia.org)
  • The anterior tubercle of the sixth cervical vertebra is known as the carotid tubercle or Chassaignac tubercle (for Édouard Chassaignac). (wikipedia.org)
  • Some people have an extra, or sixth, lumbar vertebra. (bodyinbalancerehab.com)
Capital femoral1
  • Because an abnormality in type II collagen should affect the molecules throughout the body, it remains unclear how the currently defined abnormality can translate into major structural abnormalities of the vertebrae and capital femoral epiphysis while leaving the distal femur, proximal tibia, and other regions structurally unaffected. (medscape.com)
Anatomy2
Anterior3
  • At each cervical level, the vertebral artery sends branches to the surrounding musculature via anterior spinal arteries . (wikidoc.org)
  • it is placed between the hypoglossal nerve and the anterior root of the first cervical nerve and beneath the first digitation of the ligamentum denticulatum . (wikidoc.org)
  • The SPG is a five-mm triangular shaped parasympathetic ganglion, located superficially and anterior to the pterygoid canal in the pterygopalatine fossa at the level of the middle nasal turbinate bilaterally. (sphenopalatineganglionblocks.com)
Lower6
Coccygeal1
  • The lumbar and sacral divisions consist of 5 vertebrae, and coccygeal parts is from 3 to 5 vertebrae. (vsebolezni.com)
Joints2
  • Instead there are 2 arc in the front and the back and joints due to which this area of the spinal column is attached on one side to the skull and the second cervical vertebra. (vsebolezni.com)
  • Each of the vertebrae have two joints behind the disks. (msdmanuals.com)
Humans2
  • On many animals the "coccyxal vertebrae" are long, making a tail that the animal can move, but on humans, apes and some other creatures, they are very short. (wikipedia.org)
  • In humans there are 24 segments, 12 thoracic, 7 cervical and 5 lumbar. (osvilt.com)
Fibrous2
  • In the first three sections, between each two vertebrae is the intervertebral disc composed of fibrous ring with a gelatinous core. (osvilt.com)
  • Components is the fibrous ring surrounding the plate, and purposee core, which is a jelly-like mass that regulates the amount of water that is isolated vertebrae. (osvilt.com)
Skull2
  • By convention, the cervical vertebrae are numbered, with the first one (C1) closest to the skull and higher numbered vertebrae (C2-C7) proceeding away from the skull and down the spine. (wikipedia.org)
  • Large, triangular muscle that extends from the base of the skull down to the mid-back. (fitliferegime.com)
Sympathetic1