DSA: Thoracic and Lumbar Vertebral Mechanics

Question 1

For T1-T3, spinous processes are located at the ______?

Answer 1

Corresponding Transverse Processes

Question 2

For T4-T6, spinous processes are located at ______?

Answer 2

Half a segment BELOW corresponding transverse process

Question 3

For T7-T9, spinous processes are located at ______?

Answer 3

Full segment BELOW corresponding transverse process

Question 4

For T10, spinous process is located at ______?

Answer 4

Full segment BELOW corresponding transverse process

Question 5

For T11, spinous process is located at ______?

Answer 5

Half a segment BELOW corresponding transverse process

Question 6

For T12, spinous process is located at ______?

Answer 6

Corresponding Transverse Processes

Question 7

What is the superior facet orientation for cervical vertebrae?

Answer 7

Backwards, Upwards, Medial

Question 8

What is the superior facet orientation for thoracic vertebrae?

Answer 8

Backwards, Upwards, Lateral

Question 9

What is the superior facet orientation for lumbar vertebrae?

Answer 9

Backwards, Medial