Cervical Spine Anatomy and Movement
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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?

  • Alar Ligament (correct)
  • Tectorial Membrane
  • Transverse Ligament
  • Apical Ligament

    • 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?

    <p>~80-90 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament prevents excessive rotation and maintains stability in the Craniocervical region?

    <p>Alar Ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during protraction of the cervical spine?

    <p>Lower cervical flexion and upper cervical extension</p> Signup and view all the answers

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