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Vertebral anatomy

Abstract

The spine consists of bones, ligaments, discs, blood vessels, and nerves. Injury to any of these components can result in significant functional decline. Thus, a detailed understanding of spinal anatomy is the foundation for diagnosing and intervening upon injuries. This chapter focuses on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions of the spine and covers important anatomical components therein. Dysfunction or pain can result, as will be seen, from many sources—such as damaged ligaments, herniated discs, joint disease, changes to bone structures, or a combination of each.

Authors

Bawany MH; Visnjevac O; Abd-Elsayed A

Book title

Vertebral Augmentation Techniques

Pagination

pp. 1-24

Publication Date

January 1, 2023

DOI

10.1016/B978-0-323-88226-2.00010-0
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