spine Word Scramble
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Functions of the Spine | 1.Protect the spinal cord, nerve roots and several of the body’s internal organs. 2.Provide structural support and balance to maintain an upright posture. 3.Enable flexible motion. |
Regions of the Spine | 1.cervical 2.thoracic 3.lumbar 4.sacral |
consists of seven vertebrae | Cervical Spine |
total cervical spine | C1 to C7 |
cervical spine | 1.protect the brain stem 2.spinal cord3.support skull4.allow wide range of head movement |
cervical vertebra (C1) | Atlas |
Atlas | supports the skull |
cervical vertebra (C2) | Axis |
vertebrae (C3 through C7) | small spinous processes (finger-like projections)---extend from back of vertebrae |
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