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VERTEBRAE ORDER

By September 10, 2022Medical Animation

The Vertebrae Order in the Body

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The vertebrae order in the body is governed by a system of vertebrae that is divided into regions and structures. The vertebrae are arranged sequentially, from cranial to caudal, and are classified according to their functions. The vertebrae are also grouped according to the number of vertebrae.

Structure

The vertebral body is made of strong cortical and cancellous bone and is divided into segments called pedicles. These segments are separated by laminae, two flat bone plates that extend from the pedicles and meet in the midline. Each vertebra has three types of processes: articular processes, which form points of contact for ligaments, and facet joints, which help in the movement of the spine.

The vertebrae differ in structure from each other. For example, the cervical vertebrae have no chevron bone; while the caudal vertebrae are characterized by an elongated hemal spine. The vertebrae also have ribs, which extend laterally and ventrally.

The vertebral body is the anterior part of the vertebra and increases in size as it moves inferiorly in the spine. The lower vertebrae support more weight than the higher ones, and are separated by intervertebral discs. The vertebral arch forms a vertebral canal, which protects the spinal cord. The vertebral arch also serves as landmarks for the attachment of ligaments. The anterior longitudinal ligament runs along the anterior surface of the vertebral body and prevents hyperextension of the vertebral column.

The thoracic spine is the largest vertebra in the body and is bowed upwards. The thoracic vertebrae have a ring-like centrum and bifid transverse processes. The anterior thoracic vertebra bears capitular facets, while the posterior thoracic vertebrae have lateral facets and paired prezygapophyses. The posterior thoracic vertebrae also has transverse processes that articulate the ribs.

In animals, the vertebral column consists of 33 bones called vertebrae. Each vertebrae is named for its location and region. The sacrum is made up of five sacral vertebrae, while the coccyx is made up of four vertebrae. These are all part of the vertebral column, and they each contain unique properties.

Function

The vertebral body is a large part of the vertebra. It is oval-shaped when viewed from above, hourglass-shaped from the side, and thinner in the middle. It is connected to the rest of the vertebra by a process called a pedicle, which extends outward from the back of the vertebra. The rest of the vertebra is composed of plates of bone called laminae that extend outward from the pedicles. The laminae are relatively flat plates of bone and join the vertebrae in the midline.

There are several important functions of vertebrae. The thoracic spine supports the rib cage and protects the heart and lungs. Lumbar vertebrae, numbered from L1 to L5, are larger and support the lower body. They also allow lateral movement. The sacrum connects the spine to the hip bones, while the iliac bones form the pelvic girdle.

Each vertebra has seven processes. The main spinous process is the attachment point for muscles and tendons, while the transverse processes serve as ligamentous attachment points. Each vertebra is also attached to the next vertebra through the intertransverse ligament. The superior and inferior articular processes face upward and downward and join with the inferior articular processes of the vertebra above them.

The vertebral column originally had 33 vertebrae but was subsequently reduced to 24. Vertebrae are named after the region in which they are located. The first cervical vertebra is called the atlas and the second is called the axis. The two articulate with each other and enable head rotation. The rest of the vertebrae are numbered C3 through C7.

The vertebral column is curved in different directions, resulting in varying degrees of strength. For instance, in quadrupeds, vertebrae curves form a single arc. This arc functions like a bow spring when a creature moves. In humans, the sacral curve develops shortly after birth, while the lumbar curve develops as the child sits. While the sacral curve is permanent in humans, it is temporary in other primates.

The vertebrae protect the spinal cord. Their openings allow spinal nerves to travel, innervating different parts of the body. Discs in between the vertebrae have no blood supply, so vertebral movements are the main source of nutrition for these discs. These movements also help to eliminate waste.

Regions

The vertebrae are individual bones that make up the spinal column. Each vertebra is a distinct segment of the spine, and they are arranged in distinct regions. The vertebrae in the neck are called cervical vertebrae, while those in the thoracic region are called thoracic vertebrae. The lumbar region includes vertebrae L1-L5 and the sacrum.

Each vertebra has an anterior body and a posterior vertebral arch that surrounds the spinal cord. The two ends of each vertebra are attached to pedicles, and the arch is topped by transverse and spinous processes. In addition, the vertebral body is surrounded by superior and inferior articular processes.

The vertebrae differ in size and shape, and different regions have different functions. The vertebrae of the head, neck and thoracic regions are smaller than those of the lower back. The thoracic vertebrae have a site for the ribs to attach. The sacrum, in turn, is fused into one bone.

The lumbar vertebrae are larger than the vertebrae of the thoracic region and are often associated with back pain. The lumbar vertebrae form during adolescence and are shaped like triangular bone. The sacrum is the flat triangular bone between the two hip bones and has a narrow, rounded opening in the middle.

The cervical vertebrae are small and carry the least weight. They usually have a bifid spinous process. The C3-C6 vertebrae have short spinous processes, while the C7 vertebra has a long spinous process. The articular processes of the thoracic vertebrae face anteriorly, and the transverse processes face posteriorly.

Intervertebral discs are cushions between the vertebrae. They protect the spine from rubbing together and act as shock absorbers. The outer ring of these discs is made up of collagen and proteins called lamellae. They are attached to the vertebrae by a ligament called the annulus.

The cervical vertebra, also known as the atlas, supports the head on top of the vertebral column. It has a bony knob, called the odontoid process, that sticks out from the atlas. This allows the head to turn side-to-side.

Number Of Vertebrae

The vertebral column, or spinal column, is a series of bones that support the human body and control movement and sensation. Defects in the vertebral column can have debilitating effects. The vertebrae are grouped according to their region and number. For example, the vertebrae of the cervical spine are independently mobile, while those of the lumbar spine are similar. However, the sacrum and coccyx vertebrae are usually fused and can’t move independently. There are also a few vertebrae that are special, like the atlas and axis vertebrae.

The vertebrae are made up of seven processes. Each paired process projects laterally. The spinal column can be felt as a series of bumps under the skin. The transverse processes are the outermost, and the inferior processes are further backwards. The superior articular processes of each vertebra face upward, while the inferior articular processes face downward. They join with the inferior articular processes of the next vertebra.

The number of vertebrae varies from animal to animal. Snakes, turtles, and humans all have seven cervical vertebrae, while amphibians, birds, and swans have fewer. Birds fuse their cervical vertebrae, while whales have more cervical vertebrae and no sacrum.

The first cervical vertebra, or atlas, is round-shaped and supports the head. The C2 vertebra, or Axis, is circular and has a tooth-like structure. The Axis and Atlas help to rotate the head. The rest of the cervical vertebrae are box-shaped and have small spinous processes.

The vertebral body consists of a ventral portion that faces the back of the human body, a Y-shaped neural arch, and transverse processes that serve as attachment points for the muscles. Each vertebra also has a vertebral foramen, which is an opening through which the spinal cord exits the body. The intervertebral disks between the vertebrae protect the spinal cord and cushion shock during locomotion.

The thoracic vertebrae (T1 through T12) are at the bottom of the thoracic spine. They protect the spinal cord and lumbar nerves. When one or more vertebrae is injured, it results in a lack of communication between the brain and the body below the injury. As a result, a person can experience low blood pressure, reduced control of body temperature, and chronic pain.

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