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Which of the following structures is NOT directly associated with the back region?
Which of the following structures is NOT directly associated with the back region?
- Scapulae (correct)
- Spinal cord and meninges
- Intervertebral discs
- Segmental nerves and vessels
The muscles of the back can be divided into which two main layers?
The muscles of the back can be divided into which two main layers?
- Axial and appendicular
- Anterior and posterior
- Superficial and deep (correct)
- Superior and inferior
Which of the following statements about the intervertebral discs is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the intervertebral discs is TRUE?
- They are fibrocartilaginous structures located between the bodies of adjacent vertebrae (correct)
- They are present only in the cervical region of the vertebral column
- They are made of bone tissue
- They are located between the transverse processes of adjacent vertebrae
What is the primary function of the 'true back muscles'?
What is the primary function of the 'true back muscles'?
Which of the following structures is NOT mentioned as being part of the back region?
Which of the following structures is NOT mentioned as being part of the back region?
What is the primary function of the superficial layer of back muscles?
What is the primary function of the superficial layer of back muscles?
How many regions does the vertebral column consist of in an adult?
How many regions does the vertebral column consist of in an adult?
What is the primary function of the vertebral column?
What is the primary function of the vertebral column?
Which of the following statements about the size of the vertebrae is true?
Which of the following statements about the size of the vertebrae is true?
What type of joints facilitate and control the flexibility of the vertebral column?
What type of joints facilitate and control the flexibility of the vertebral column?
What is the function of the intervertebral (IV) discs?
What is the function of the intervertebral (IV) discs?
Which of the following statements about the lumbosacral angle is true?
Which of the following statements about the lumbosacral angle is true?
