Lumbar Terminology

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Across
  1. 2. Ligaments that connect the laminae of adjacent vertebrae.
  2. 6. A muscle that stabilizes the vertebrae during movement.
  3. 7. Laws describing vertebral motion mechanics. 2 wods
  4. 9. A nerve of the lumbar plexus, providing innervation to the medial thigh muscles.
  5. 11. An outward curvature of the spine, particularly in the thoracic region.
  6. 14. A group of muscles that run along the spine and help maintain posture.
  7. 15. Three Mechanics - Mechanics when motion in one plane limits motion in other planes.
  8. 16. The act of bending forward.
  9. 20. A plexus of nerves formed by the anterior divisions of the lumbar and sacral nerves.
  10. 21. A small, flat surface on a vertebra that articulates with another vertebra.
  11. 22. The disc that sits between the vertebrae, providing cushioning and support.
  12. 24. A ligament that runs along the front of the vertebral bodies, limiting extension.
  13. 26. Ligaments located between the transverse processes of the vertebrae, limiting side bending.
  14. 29. Mechanics when the spine is neutral; side-bending and rotation occur on opposite sides. 3 words
Down
  1. 1. The joints between the facets of the vertebrae, allowing limited movement.
  2. 3. A ligament that runs along the back of the vertebral bodies, limiting flexion.
  3. 4. Pertaining to the lower part of the spine.
  4. 5. Mechanics when the spine is not neutral; side-bending and rotation occur on the same side. 3 words
  5. 8. The bony projection off the back of each vertebra.
  6. 10. A condition where the nucleus pulposus protrudes through the annulus fibrosus.
  7. 12. The inner jelly-like core of an intervertebral disc.
  8. 13. The state where the spine is balanced without flexion, extension, or side-bending.
  9. 15. The lateral projections on both sides of each vertebra.
  10. 17. The lateral movement of the spine.
  11. 18. An inward curvature of the spine, especially in the lumbar region.
  12. 19. A single bone in the spine.
  13. 23. The movement of the spine around its axis.
  14. 25. The outer fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc.2 words no space.
  15. 27. The act of bending backward.
  16. 28. A major nerve extending from the lower back down the legs.