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What type of joint is the Atlanto-occipital joint?
What type of joint is the Atlanto-occipital joint?
- Ball-and-socket joint
- Ellipsoid synovial joint (correct)
- Hinge joint
- Pivot joint
Which ligament connects the Odontoid Process to the Occipital condyles?
Which ligament connects the Odontoid Process to the Occipital condyles?
- Alar Ligament (correct)
- Tectorial Membrane
- Transverse Ligament
- Apical Ligament
During cervical extension, what movement do the Occipital condyles perform at the Atlanto-occipital joint?
During cervical extension, what movement do the Occipital condyles perform at the Atlanto-occipital joint?
- Rotate medially
- Remain stationary
- Roll backwards and slide forwards (correct)
- Roll forwards and slide backwards
What is the degree of motion allowed for cervical rotation?
What is the degree of motion allowed for cervical rotation?
Which ligament prevents excessive rotation and maintains stability in the Craniocervical region?
Which ligament prevents excessive rotation and maintains stability in the Craniocervical region?
What occurs during protraction of the cervical spine?
What occurs during protraction of the cervical spine?