ANATOMY
THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN
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cervical vertebrae
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thoracic vertebrae
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lumbar vertebrae
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vertebral foramen
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Detailed explanation-1: -The cervical spine curves slightly inward, sometimes described as a backward C-shape or lordotic curve. The thoracic spine curves outward, forming a regular C-shape with the opening at the front-or a kyphotic curve. The lumbar spine curves inward and, like the cervical spine, has a lordotic or backward C-shape.
Detailed explanation-2: -Overview. There are seven cervical vertebrae which are located in the neck. They are the smallest, and lightest vertebrae of the vertebral column.
Detailed explanation-3: -The most common explanation why the first cervical vertebra is called atlas is that the vertebra holds up the globe of the cranium the way Atlas holds up the globe of the heavens.
Detailed explanation-4: -The average length is 71 cm in men and 61 cm in women. Your spine has many functions: it carries the weight of your head, torso and arms, and allows your body to move in every direction. Some sections of the spine are more flexible than others. The most flexible part is the cervical spine (neck area).