Spine Terminology

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Across
  1. 5. Another term for the facet joint, which facilitates the movement of the spine(The Lumbar Spine).
  2. 9. The part of a vertebra that connects the transverse process to the spinous process(The Lumbar Spine).
  3. 10. The action of bending the spine to the side, decreasing the distance between the side of the vertebrae(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  4. 14. A degenerative condition affecting the vertebrae and intervertebral discs, often leading to pain and stiffness (Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  5. 15. The opening between vertebrae through which nerves exit the spine(The Lumbar Spine).
  6. 17. The jelly-like core of an intervertebral disc, which acts as a shock absorber within the spine(The Lumbar Spine).
  7. 19. The action of twisting the spine around its longitudinal axis(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  8. 21. A condition where the nucleus pulposus protrudes through a tear in the annulus fibrosus, often compressing spinal nerves(The Lumbar Spine).
  9. 23. A ligament that runs along the anterior surface of the vertebral bodies, limiting extension of the spine(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  10. 25. The part of a vertebra that connects the body to the transverse process(The Lumbar Spine).
  11. 27. A ligament that runs along the posterior surface of the vertebral bodies, limiting flexion of the spine(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  12. 28. The joint formed between the superior and inferior articular processes of adjacent vertebrae(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  13. 29. The bony projections on either side of the vertebra where muscles and ligaments attach(The Lumbar Spine).
  14. 30. A large, triangular bone at the base of the spine, formed by the fusion of five sacral vertebrae, which connects the spine to the pelvis(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
Down
  1. 1. The natural outward curve of the thoracic and sacral regions of the spine(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  2. 2. A ligament located between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae, limiting flexion of the spine(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  3. 3. The bony projection off the posterior (back) of each vertebra(The Lumbar Spine).
  4. 4. A ligament running along the tips of the spinous processes from C7 to the sacrum, limiting flexion of the spine(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  5. 6. The action of straightening or arching the spine backward, increasing the angle between the anterior surfaces of the vertebrae(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  6. 7. A ligament connecting the laminae of adjacent vertebrae, helping maintain posture and assist in the return to an upright position(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  7. 8. The action of bending the spine forward, decreasing the angle between the anterior surfaces of the vertebrae(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  8. 11. The fibrocartilaginous disc between the vertebrae that acts as a cushion and allows for movement of the spine(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  9. 12. Each of the series of small bones forming the backbone, having several projections for articulation and muscle attachment, and a hole through which the spinal cord passes(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  10. 13. The tough, fibrous outer layer of an intervertebral disc that encases the nucleus pulposus(The Lumbar Spine).
  11. 16. The small, triangular bone at the very bottom of the spine, formed by the fusion of four vertebrae, also known as the tailbone(The Lumbar Spine).
  12. 18. The natural inward curve of the lumbar and cervical regions of the spine(The Lumbar Spine)(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  13. 20. The central part of the spine, consisting of twelve vertebrae (T1-T12) that are connected to the ribs and provide stability to the thoracic cavity(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  14. 22. The column of vertebrae extending from the base of the skull to the tailbone, providing support and protection for the spinal cord(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  15. 24. The uppermost region of the spine, consisting of seven vertebrae (C1-C7) that support the head and enable its movement(Lumbar Spine Manual ).
  16. 26. The lower part of the spine, consisting of five vertebrae (L1-L5) that bear much of the body's weight and are involved in bending and twisting motions(Lumbar Spine Manual ).