ANATOMY OF THE SPINE AND SPINAL CORD Spinal column

ANATOMY OF THE SPINE AND SPINAL CORD Spinal column anatomy

The vertebral column is composed of a series of motion segments ( Figure 30.1 ). A motion segment consists of two adjacent vertebrae, their intervertebral disc and ligamentous restraints ( Figure 30.2 ).

Vertebral body Facet joints Pedicle Figure 30.1 The spinal motion segment.

ANATOMY OF THE SPINE AND SPINAL CORD Spinal column anatomy

The vertebral column is composed of a series of motion segments ( Figure 30.1 ). A motion segment consists of two adjacent vertebrae, their intervertebral disc and ligamentous restraints ( Figure 30.2 ).

Vertebral body Facet joints Pedicle Figure 30.1 The spinal motion segment.