1/19/2016 Spinal Questions Flashcards

1
Q

Which are the largest spinal nerves?

A

L5 and S1 spinal nerves

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2
Q

What increases the length of the intervertebral foramen at L5?

A

The lumbosacral tunnel

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3
Q

What form the lumbosacral tunnel?

A

The lumbosacral ligament, transverse process of L5 and sacral ala

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4
Q

What condition is the result of encroachment on the L5 spinal nerve?

A

The far out syndrome

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5
Q

What ligament may contribute to the loss of size in the lumbar intervertebral foramen?

A

The transforaminal ligament

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6
Q

What is the relationship between intervertebral disc herniation and lumbar spinal nerves?

A

The intervertebral disc above the intervertebral foramen is usually the source of damage

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7
Q

What is unusual about the sacral intervertebral foramen compared to other intervertebral foramina?

A

A completely osseous boundary exists

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8
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What is more likely the cause of nerve irritation at the sacral intervertebral foramen?

A

The tilt or position of the entire sacrum relative to the pelvis

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9
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What is the relationship of lumbar nerve root size to intervertebral foramen size above L4?

A

The nerve root size will account for less than 22% of the available size

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10
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What is unique about the relationship of spinal nerve to intervertebral foramen at S5-Co1?

A

There are two nerves present, S5 nerve & Co1 nerve

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11
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What are some examples of destructive lesions of the vertebral body?

A

Tuberculosis, hemangiomas, osteoporosis

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12
Q

What are examples of osteopath formation that influence the intervertebral foramen?

A

The bony Spurs of the vertebral body and para-articular processes on the lamina

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13
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What are examples of acquired alterations of the spinal curves identified in class?

A

Obesity, pregnancy and the use of heavy backpacks

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14
Q

Identify all names given to type 1 syndylolisthesis?

A

Displays tic spondylolisthesis, congenital spondylolisthesis

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