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1
Q

What is the termination level inferiorly for the supraspinous ligament according to current literature?

A

primarily at L4 (73%); between L4 and L5 (5%)

2
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what is now thought to be a major function of the supraspinous ligament?

A

it is a proprioceptive transducer for the spinal reflex