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What is the primary role of intervertebral discs in the vertebral column?

Act as joints allowing for extensive movement

Connect the vertebrae with ligaments

Facilitate the transmission of neural signals

Serve as shock absorbers and maintain spinal length (correct)

What type of tissue comprises the annulus fibrosus of the intervertebral disc?

Striated muscle

Fibrocartilage (correct)

Hyaline cartilage

Elastic cartilage

Which statement is true regarding intervertebral disc degeneration?

It results from decreased proteoglycans and water retention capacity. (correct)

It is exclusively a condition of individuals under 30 years old.

It can only affect the thoracic region of the vertebral column.

It can occur without any known risk factors.

In the context of herniated discs, what does posterolateral herniation most likely affect?

The intervertebral foramen and spinal nerve Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is formed between sacral vertebrae during childhood?

Cartilaginous joint via synchondrosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common age-related finding concerning intervertebral discs?

Degeneration of discs with higher prevalence in individuals over 50 Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the intervertebral disc is primarily responsible for its shock-absorbing properties?

Nucleus pulposus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the anterior longitudinal ligament?

Supports the anterior surfaces of the vertebral bodies Signup and view all the answers

Where does the posterior longitudinal ligament extend?

From the body of CII to the sacrum Signup and view all the answers

Which short ligament connects the laminae of vertebral arches?

Ligamenta flava Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the composition of the ligamenta flava?

High proportion of elastic tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament limits the flexion of the vertebral column?

Interspinous ligament Signup and view all the answers

What does the anterior sacrococcygeal ligament continue from?

The anterior longitudinal ligament Signup and view all the answers

The supraspinous ligament primarily connects which structures?

Spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ligaments continues into the sacral canal as the deep posterior sacrococcygeal ligament?

Posterior longitudinal ligament Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the intertransverse ligaments?

Limits rotation and lateral movement of the vertebral column Signup and view all the answers

What does the supraspinous ligament connect?

The apices of the spinous processes Signup and view all the answers

Which joint is classified as a fibrocartilagineous joint?

Sacrococcygeal joint Signup and view all the answers

What type of movements do the facet joints of the cervical part permit?

Flexion, extension, and lateral duction Signup and view all the answers

Which curvature of the vertebral column is a result of lifting the head?

Cervical curvature Signup and view all the answers

Which joints connect the costal heads with the vertebrae?

Costovertebral joints Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the first rib's joint with the sternum?

Synchondrosis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of joint is comprised of plane synovial joints in the thoracic region?

Sternocostal joints Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary movement limited by the intertransverse ligaments?

Lateral duction and rotation Signup and view all the answers

Which curvature of the vertebral column is described as concave anteriorly?

Thoracic curvature Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Joints of the Vertebral Column and Thorax

General Overview

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Joints in the vertebral column include cartilaginous, fibrous, osseous, and synovial joints.

Cartilaginous Joints

Intervertebral discs are fibrocartilaginous symphyses that absorb shock and contribute to the length of the vertebral column.
There are 23 intervertebral discs, starting from the CII-CIII to the LV-SI.

Intervertebral Disc Structure

Comprised of two main components:
- Anulus Fibrosus: The outer portion divided into two zones (external collagen layers, internal fibrocartilage layers).
- Nucleus Pulposus: Gelatinous core rich in proteoglycans and hydrated ECM, functions as a cushion under pressure.

Intervertebral Disc Degeneration

Aging leads to diminished proteoglycan levels, reducing water retention and increasing degeneration risk.
90% of individuals over 50 show some level of degeneration; only 40% of those under 30 are affected.
Possible complications include herniation of the nucleus pulposus, which may compress nearby spinal nerves or the spinal cord.

Fibrous Joints

Syndesmosis type of joints connect vertebral bodies, arches, and processes, characterized by ligaments.

Ligaments of the Vertebral Column

Long ligaments include:
- Anterior Longitudinal Ligament: Runs from the skull base to sacrum.
- Posterior Longitudinal Ligament: Extends along the back of the vertebral bodies.
Short ligaments include:
- Ligamenta flava: Connect laminae of adjacent vertebrae.
- Interspinous ligaments: Connects spinous processes; limits flexion.

Osseous Joints

Synostosis is the fusion of sacral and coccygeal vertebrae during adulthood.

Synovial Joints

Facet joints (zygapophysial joints) are plane synovial joints providing limited gliding movements depending on the region (cervical, thoracic, lumbar).

Curvatures of the Vertebral Column

Cervical curvature: Forms as the head lifts, concave posteriorly.
Thoracic curvature: Concave anteriorly.
Lumbar curvature: Develops from walking, concave posteriorly.
Sacral/coccygeal curvature: Concave anteriorly and immovable.

Joints of the Thorax

Sternocostal Joints:
- 1st rib to sternum: synchondrosis.
- 2nd to 7th ribs: plane synovial joints.
Costovertebral Joints:
- Involves the articulation of rib heads with adjacent vertebral bodies; features radiate ligaments.
Costotransverse Joints:
- Connects tubercles of ribs to transverse processes; includes costotransverse ligaments.

Movements at Joints

Movements at the vertebral joints include flexion, extension, lateral duction, and rotation, varying by region.

Health Implications

Management of spinal issues may involve pain medication, posture correction, physiotherapy, bracing, and possibly surgery.

Additional Topics

Future lectures will cover craniocervical joints, specifically the atlantooccipital and atlantoaxial joints.

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