5 Questions
What is the shape of the intervertebral disks?
Concave posteriorly
What do the collagen fibers of the anulus fibrosus mainly consist of?
Arranged in sheets (lamellae)
What type of joints are the Zygapophyseal articulations?
Synovial joints
Which vertebra is considered a transitional vertebra?
Fifth lumbar vertebra
What is the primary function of the ZygapophysealArticular Processes (facets)?
Resist tensile forces
Test your knowledge about the lumbar spine and its common dysfunctions. Learn about the structure of the lower back and its connection to the sacrum. Explore variations such as the presence of an extra lumbar vertebra.
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