Kisner Chapter 14: Cervical Spine Movements Quiz
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Which region of the cervical spine allows for nodding movements of the head?

  • The lumbar region
  • The typical cervical region
  • The suboccipital region (correct)
  • The thoracic region

    • Which joints in the cervical spine primarily allow for rotation of the head?

  • The joints of Luschka
  • The joint between the atlas and axis (correct)
  • The joint between the occiput and atlas
  • The joints between C3-C7

    • Which of the following statements about the thoracic spine is true?

  • The facet joints face forward throughout the thoracic spine.
  • The facet joints gradually turn to face more forward as they approach the lumbar spine. (correct)
  • The facet joints gradually turn to face more sideways as they approach the lumbar spine.
  • The facet joints face sideways throughout the thoracic spine.

    • Which structures in the cervical spine provide extra stability, especially on the sides?

    <p>The joints of Luschka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region of the cervical spine do side bending and rotation usually occur in opposite directions?

    <p>The suboccipital region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about rib connections is true?

    <p>Ribs connect to the sides of the vertebrae and the discs between them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the movement pattern of the thoracic spine when standing up straight?

    <p>Bending sideways and twisting happen together in the upper part of the chest area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between bending sideways and twisting in the lumbar spine?

    <p>When you bend sideways, your spine also tends to twist towards the same side.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the nucleus pulposus is correct?

    <p>It contains a gel-like substance with proteoglycans that help distribute pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the orientation of the facet joints change in the lumbar spine?

    <p>The facet joints start facing more up and down, then gradually turn to face more sideways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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