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The name of the second vertebrae is called the axis.
The C8 vertebra is not a true vertebra but rather an anatomical and numerical anomaly in the human cervical spine. It is an occasional variation seen in some individuals where there is an extra rib arising from the seventh cervical vertebra. This condition is known as a cervical rib.
Actually, the first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, not the axis. The axis is the second cervical vertebra that forms a pivot joint with the atlas, allowing for rotation of the head from side to side.
The cervical vertebra number seven is known as the vertebra prominens because it is the most prominent cervical vertebra in the neck, making it easily palpable on the back of the neck. It has a long and prominent spinous process that can be felt beneath the skin, serving as a useful landmark for counting the vertebrae in the cervical region.
The axis has a dens, which provides a pivot for the atlas.
cervical vertebra
Cervical 1 vertebrae
Cervical vertebra
The name of the second vertebrae is called the axis.
The C8 vertebra is not a true vertebra but rather an anatomical and numerical anomaly in the human cervical spine. It is an occasional variation seen in some individuals where there is an extra rib arising from the seventh cervical vertebra. This condition is known as a cervical rib.
axis the second cervical vertebra.
The occipital condyles of the occipital bones articulate with the first cervical vertebra.
Transverse foramina (on all cervical vertebrae) and bifid spinous process on C2-C6
Actually, the first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, not the axis. The axis is the second cervical vertebra that forms a pivot joint with the atlas, allowing for rotation of the head from side to side.
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spinous process
The seventh cervical vertebra is called as vertebra prominens. This vertebra has the long and prominent spine. This spine can be felt at the joint of the neck and thorax.