Lumbar Spine Flashcards
1
Q
L Vertebrae - Body
A
massive
kidney-shaped
larger and heavier than those of other regions
2
Q
L Vertebrae - Vertebral foramen
A
triangular
larger than in thoracic but smaller than cervical
3
Q
L Vertebrae - Transverse processes
A
long and slender
accessory process on posterior surface of base of each process
4
Q
L Vertebrae - Articular processes
A
superior articular facets directed mostly medial
inferior articular facets directed mostly lateral
*hands on hips
5
Q
L Vertebrae - Spinous process
A
short and sturdy
hatchet-shaped
