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Assuming your question relates to the human spine -
From the top -
8 Cervical vertibrae - C1-C8
12 Thoracic vertibrae - T1-T12
5 Lumbar vertibrae - L1-L5
5 Sacral vertibrae - S1-S5 some of which are fused together.
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Is your vertebrae movable?
Almost all the joints between vertebrae are movable. The joints between the cervical vertebrae and lumber vertebrae have fairly good movement. Between thoracic vertebrae only you have less movement. But then they do move on each other.
Where are Semi-movable joints found?
between the vertebrae
What are 3 joints?
ball & socket joint , gliding joint , hinge joint
What types of joints are between the bodies of the vertebrae of the backbone?
secondary cartilaginous joint
What are Vertebrae held together by?
The anterior intervertebral joints are secondary cartilaginous joints (symphysis) which are designed for strength and weight bearing.
What are the joints between the vertebrae of the backbone?
what type of joint is between bodies of vertebrae ? cartilaginous joint
What type of joint are the joints between vertebrae?
Gliding joints are found between vertebrae except for the first two which have a pivoit joint.
Is your vertebrae movable?
Almost all the joints between vertebrae are movable. The joints between the cervical vertebrae and lumber vertebrae have fairly good movement. Between thoracic vertebrae only you have less movement. But then they do move on each other.
What joints connect with the lumbar vertebrae?
The lumbar vertebrae is a long bone
What joint is found in the back?
Pivot joints are found in the spine at the first and second cervical vertebrae. Plane joints/gliding joints are also found in the posterior aspect of the vertebrae.
What is the medical term meaning the joints between adjacent vertebrae?
The facet joints are the joints between adjacent vertebrae.
What form of rheumatoid arthritis primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that primarily affects the joints between the vertebrae.
What is true of vertebrocostal joints?
it involved the vertebrae and the ribs
Where are Semi-movable joints found?
between the vertebrae
What provides support for joints and vertebrae to keep the body stable?
Connective tissue such as ligaments, tendons, muscles, and cartilage providers support for joints nad vertebrae to keep the body stable.
What are 3 joints?
ball & socket joint , gliding joint , hinge joint
What kind of joint is found between each vertebrae?
Vertebrae are gliding joints and also considered cartilaginous joints. However, the first two vertebra are pivot joints. They allow you to nod your head and look to each side.
