Lumbar Vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
Qualities of Lumbar Vertebrae?
A
Large and strong
2
Q
Bony body?
A
Yes, and EXTRA strong.
3
Q
What are the lumbar vertebrae attachment points?
A
Diaphragm and other muscles of the abdomen and back
4
Q
What does the pectoral girdle consist of?
A
The scapula and the clavicle, upper extremities
5
Q
What does the pelvic girdle consist of?
A
Ischium, Ilium, Sacrum, and Pubic bone, lower extremities
6
Q
What are the rib components?
A
Head, Shaft, Tubercle, Chondral end
7
Q
What is costal cartilage?
A
attaches chondral end of rib to sternum
