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The holes in the transverse processes of cervical vertebrae are called transverse foramina. These foramina are unique to the cervical vertebrae and allow for the passage of the vertebral arteries and veins, which supply blood to the brain. They play a crucial role in the vascular system of the head and neck.
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Type of vertebra containing foramina in the transverse processes through which the vertebral arteries ascend to reach the brain?
Cervical vertebra - typical The cervical vertebrae contain foramina in the transverse processes, called foramina transversarium.
Typical type of vertebrae containing formula in the transverse process?
The typical type of vertebrae containing foramina in the transverse process are cervical vertebrae. These foramina are called transverse foramina, and they allow for the passage of the vertebral artery and vein in the cervical spine.
Where do the scalenes originate?
They originate from the transverse processes from the cervical vertebrae of C2 to C7 and insert onto the first and second ribs. Thus they are called the lateral vertebral muscles.
Does the thoracic and lumbar vertebra have a transverse foramina?
A transverse foramen is located on the transverse process of cervicle vertebra. The vertebral foramen is the large (more anterior) opening in the body of a vertebra through which the "spinal chord" passes. when the vertebra are stacked in the vertebral column, the series of vertebral foramen is called the vertebral canal.
How many cervical thoracic and lumbar vertebrae are there?
Absolutely! They have features unique to the region they are found in, relating to structure and therefore function. Typical cervical vertebrae (C3-C6) usually have bifid spinous processes which point slightly inferiorly. The spinous processes on lumbar vertebrae are oblong in shape and point directly posteriorly. The articular facets of cervical vertebrae face superior-inferiorly, whereas lumbar articular facets face medial-laterally. Cervical vertebrae have transverse foramen on right and left(containing the vertebral arteries), lumbar have none. They have mamillary processes on their superior articular processes. The bodies of lumbar vertebra are larger and thicker than cervical vertebrae, though they are oval/kidney shaped shaped in both regions. The transverse processes of lumbar vertebrae are much longer, for muscle attachment. Cervical vertebrae have anterior and posterior tubercles extending from their transverse processes. The pedicles of lumbar vertebrae are slightly longer and more defined than those of cervical vertebrae. I think that covers everything, let me know if you think of anything else!
What is found only in the cervical vertebrae?
In the cervical and thoracic area of your spine. The cervical vertebrae starts right under your skull (following what's called the occipital foramen/foramen magnum). There are 7 cervical verterbrae and they end aproximatively under your neck (in the place where you feel a small circular prominence). Right under there are the thoracic vertebrae, in the number of 12. They end, let's say, at the upper part of your lower back.
What are the vertebrae in the neck region called?
The vertebrae in the neck region are called cervical vertebrae. There are seven cervical vertebrae labeled C1 to C7, with C1 being closest to the skull and C7 being closest to the thoracic vertebrae.
What is the name of the two lateral processes on vertebrae?
The two lateral processes on vertebrae are called transverse processes. These bony projections extend from the sides of the vertebrae and serve as attachment points for muscles and ligaments, as well as articulating with ribs in the thoracic region.
What is the name of the two lateral processes in the vertebrae and what is their function?
The two lateral processes in a vertebrae are called transverse processes. Their main function is to provide attachment points for muscles and ligaments that help stabilize and move the spine.
What articular surfaces are unique to the thoracic vertebra?
The surface that articulates with the ribs which is simply called the the "Demi-Facet" for the head of the rib. There is also a part on the transverse process of the thoracic vertebrae which acts as a block to prevent the rib from moving posteriorly.
What is the first cervical vertebrae in the neck?
The atlas is the uppermost vertebrae in the neck.
What is the name of the projection that jut laterally from the side of the vertebra?
The projections that jut laterally from the sides of the vertebrae are called transverse processes. Each vertebra typically has two transverse processes, which serve as attachment points for muscles and ligaments, and help in the articulation of the vertebrae with ribs in the thoracic region.
