5 Questions
What are the first two vertebrae in the cervical spine called?
Atlas and axis
What forms the periphery of the intervertebral disc?
Annulus fibrosus
Which ligament connects the laminae of adjacent vertebrae from the axis to the sacrum?
Ligamentum flavum
What type of muscles extend from the vertebrae to ribs?
Superficial muscles (erector spinae)
What is composed of strong, fibrous tissue and forms the periphery of the intervertebral disc?
Annulus fibrosus
Test your knowledge about the cervical spine and disk injuries with this quiz. Learn about the unique structure of the cervical vertebrae and their role in supporting the head and allowing for cervical rotation.
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