Your seven cervical vertebrae (C1 to C7) are connected at the back of the bone by a type of joint (called facet joints), which allow for the forward, backward and twisting motions of your neck. Your cervical spine is also surrounded by muscles, nerves, tendons and ligaments.

Seven cervical vertebrae, labeled C1 to C7, form the cervical spine from the base of the skull down to the top of the shoulders. At each level, the cervical vertebrae protect the spinal cord and work with muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints to provide a combination of support, structure, and flexibility to the neck.

2022年5月24日 · The cervical spine is the first part of the spinal column, consisting of 7 cervical vertebrae, C1-C7. These vertebrae are ring-like bony structures supporting the weight of the head. The first two bones, C1 and C2, are highly specialized, known as the atlas and axis.

2022年1月4日 · Cervical vertebrae C3-C7 are similar in shape and function and are known as “typical” vertebra. The vertebral bodies are round shapes. If you compare the thoracic (mid-back) and lumbar (low...

What are lower cervical spine injuries (C3-C7)? The severity of injury to the cervical spine (the upper portion of the spine including the neck and just below the neck) depends on where the spine was damaged.

22 小时之前 · The cervical spine, composed of 7 vertebrae (C1-C7), supports your head, facilitates movement, and safeguards your spinal cord. Cervical vertebrae have unique features like transverse foramina, which protect vital arteries. Scoliosis can significantly impact the alignment of your cervical spine, potentially leading to pain and restricted motion.

2023年10月24日 · The cervical spine comprises 7 vertebrae (C1 to C7) and is divided into 2 major segments. The 2 most cephalad vertebrae, the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2), form the craniocervical junction (CCJ) together with the occiput.

2024年6月7日 · When any of these cervical vertebrae – C2, C3, or C4 – are affected, they can contribute to neck pain and various associated symptoms. For example, injury or misalignment of C2 can lead to tension headaches, restricted range of motion, and neck pain that radiates to the shoulders and upper back.

2023年11月14日 · Spinous process (SP): Project posteriorly and may be palpated in some cases since they lie beneath the skin on the back. The spinous processes of C3-C5 tend to be short and bifid, meaning that they divide into two parts posteriorly, with the spinous process of C6 being slightly longer but still bifid.

C3-C7 are more classic vertebrae, having a body, pedicles, laminae, spinous processes, and facet joints. C1 and C2 form a unique set of articulations that provide a great degree of mobility for the skull.