Back Ligaments

Question 1

Apical ligament

Answer 1

Extends from the dens of the axis to the anterior aspect of the fora men magnum of the occupital bone.

Question 2

Denticulate ligament

Answer 2

Lateral extension of the pia mater

Question 3

Filum terminale

Answer 3

Inferior extension of the pia matter from the tip of the Conus medullaris

Question 4

Coccygeal ligament

Answer 4

Extends from the tip of the dural sac to the coccyx

Question 5

Tectorial membrane

Answer 5

Upward extension of the posterior ligaments from the body of the axis to the basilar part of the occupital bone.

Question 6

Alar ligament

Answer 6

Extends from the apex of the dens to the medial side of the occupital bone.