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What joint connects the atlas to occipital condyle?
The occipital condyles allow the head to turn side to side.
Its oval-shaped protrusions articulate with the atlas?
The occipital condyles are oval-shaped structures on the occipital bone that articulate with the superior facets of the atlas (C1 vertebrae). This joint, called the atlanto-occipital joint, allows for flexion and extension of the head.
What bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae articulates with the first cervical vertebrae?
The odontoid process, also known as the dens, is the bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae that articulates with the first cervical vertebrae. This connection forms the atlantoaxial joint, which allows for rotation of the head.
What bony projections is smooth in order to articulate with another bone?
Articular surfaces of bones are smooth bony projections that are designed to articulate with another bone, forming a joint. These surfaces are covered with cartilage to reduce friction and allow for smooth movement. Examples include the femoral head articulating with the acetabulum in the hip joint.
Why is the medial condyle larger than the lateral condyle?
The medial condyle is larger than the lateral condyle in order to help stabilize the knee joint. This asymmetry helps with weight distribution and allows for better support and movement of the knee. Additionally, the medial condyle tends to bear more weight during activities, so it needs to be larger for increased strength and stability.
Do only reptiles have a single occipital condyle?
they have 1 occipital condyle
What articulation between skull and first vertebra?
occipital condyle
What joint connects the atlas to occipital condyle?
The occipital condyles allow the head to turn side to side.
Its oval-shaped protrusions articulate with the atlas?
The occipital condyles are oval-shaped structures on the occipital bone that articulate with the superior facets of the atlas (C1 vertebrae). This joint, called the atlanto-occipital joint, allows for flexion and extension of the head.
Which cranial bone houses the condyles that articulate with first cervical vertebra?
The occipital condyles of the occipital bones articulate with the first cervical vertebra.
What bone is condyles?
Condyles are rounded articular surfaces found at the ends of certain bones, where they form joints with adjacent bones. The term "condyle" is commonly associated with bones such as the femur, where the medial and lateral condyles articulate with the tibia at the knee joint, and the occipital bone, which features the occipital condyles that articulate with the first cervical vertebra (atlas). These structures play a crucial role in joint movement and stability.
What is oval-shaped protrusions articulate with atlas?
occipital bone
What is the rounded processes on the skull that articulate with the atlas?
Occipital condyles
The occipital condyles lay on which bone?
The occipital condyles "lay on", or articulate with, the lateral masses of the first cervical vertebra, also known as atlas.
What the function of the occipital?
The function of the occipial condyle is to join the first cervical vertebra, (first bone on the neck), to enable the head to move relative to the neck.
What part of atlanto-occipital joint is concave?
The occipital condyles of the skull, which are located at the base of the occipital bone, are concave and articulate with the superior articular facets of the atlas (C1 vertebra) at the atlanto-occipital joint. This concave-convex articulation allows for flexion and extension movements of the head.
Should you be worried by a small bump on the left side of your head near the occipital region that is painful when touched at a certain angle?
I think they are called Occipital Condyle. More pronounced in males - not sure why it would hurt but it is definitely a sensitive area. Get it looked at.
