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Two factors that permit flexability of the vertebral column?
The presence of the discs and the S-shaped or springlike construction of the vertebral column prevent shock to the head in walking and running and provide flexibility to the body trunk.
Where in the vertebral column s a lumbar puncture generally done?
spinal cord
Forms the stretchy ligaments of the vertebral column?
elastic connective tissue
Where in the vertebral column is a lumber puncture generally done?
in adults its done at L3 and L4 or L4 and L5
Where in the vertebral column is a lumbar puncture usually done?
between L4 and L5 because the spinal cord stops near L2 and a needle introduced below this level will miss the spinal cord and encounter only nerve roots, which are usually pushed aside.
Directioanl terms for vertebral column to trachea?
The vertebral column is located posterior to the trachea, which means it is behind the trachea. Additionally, the vertebral column is superior to the trachea, indicating it is situated above the trachea in the body.
What is the vertebral column to the skull?
The vertebral column is inferior to the skull.
What organs are inferior to the diaphragm lateral to the vertebral column and behind the peritoneal cavity?
The kidneys are in the retroperitoneal space, located inferior to the diaphragm, lateral to the vertebral column, and deep to the peritoneal cavity.
What is the collection of spinal nerves at the inferior end of the vertebral column called?
Cuada equina
What body part lies inferior to the lumbar vertebrae?
The sacrum and coccyx lie inferior to the lumbar vertebrae in the vertebral column.
The inferior most tip of the vertebral column?
The inferior most tip of the vertebral column is the coccyx, also known as the tailbone. It is made up of four small vertebrae that are fused together. The coccyx serves as an attachment point for various muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
What bone is the most inferior part of the vertebral column?
The smallest bone in the vertebral column is C1, also known as the Atlas. Unless you look down to Co4/5 in the coccyx, this whole region is smaller that alot of the individual vertebrae. True, however, the coccygeal bones are fused, and are typically thought of as a single bone.
What the order of vertebral column from superior to inferior?
Cervical curveAtlasAxisC3 to C7Thoracic curveT1 to T12Lumbar curveL1 to L5Saccrum curveS1 to S5Coccyx curve
Is the vertebral column posterior to the sternum?
the sternum is anterior to the vertebral column
Is the vertebral column is posterior to the sternum?
the sternum is anterior to the vertebral column
Where is the vertebral column located?
the vertebral column is located below your skull on your back.
Describe the skeletal features at the point where the vertebral column articulates with the skull?
The point where the vertebral column articulates with the skull is called the atlanto-occipital joint. This joint consists of the occipital condyles of the skull articulating with the atlas (C1 vertebra). It allows for nodding or "yes" motion of the head.
