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What functions the spine?
the protection of thespinalcord
What are the functions of the lumbar spine in the musculoskeletal system?
It places your center of gravity over you hips so that you can walk upright.
What is the function of the transverse process?
The transverse process functions as the site of attachment for muscles and ligaments of the spine as well as the point of articulation of the ribs
What is Free fluid in the facets of the spine?
The fluid which can be found in the facets of the spine is called Cerebrospinal Fluid. The functions of Cerebrospinal Fluid, which often work along with the venous and central nervous systems, include providing a sort of liquid cushion for the spine and assisting with the circulation of substances and organisms that include molecules and nutrients.
What divides the scapula into unequal protions?
spine
Do crabs have a bakbone?
No, crabs are invertebrates and like all arthropods do not have a backbone or spine. Their skeleton is on the outside, called an exoskeleton, and performs similar functions to the skeletons of vertebrates.
What is the function of the lumbar spine?
Also known as the lower back, this contains 5-6 vertebrates stacked on top of each other with cushions in between. This section of the back functions along with the rest of the spine but is also used in distribution of stress which is why it can be injured so easily.
The bone that run down your back?
The bones in your back are called vertebrae but all of them together are called the spine, the neck is cervical, mid-spine is thoracic and the lower spine is the lumbar.
Is the spine lateral to the spine?
The Stomach is Anterior to the Spine.
What are the functions of the ligamentum nuchae?
The Nuchae replaces the suprasinous ligament in cervical (Cx) region of the spine. It is important for stability as the Cx support the head and has a large range of movement.
What is the the different freely movable joints in your spine?
The spine is made up of boney vertebra: Cervical spine, Thoracic spine, and Lumbar spine.
What is the plural of spine?
The plural of "spine" is "spines."
