WEEK 1 - JOINTS BETWEEN TWO TYPICAL VERTEBRAE

Question 1

Anterior Intervertebral Joint

Answer 1

Histological Type: Secondary cartilaginous
Articular Surfaces: Bodies of adjoining vertebrae.
Function in relation to movement: Allows limited movement in all planes.

Question 2

Posterior Intervertebral Joint

Answer 2

Histological Types: Synovial
Articular Surfaces: Superior and inferior articular facets
Function in relation to movement: Facilitates movement in all planes between adjacent vertebrae.