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.