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Describe the orientations of the joint surfaces in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions (i.e., which directions do the articulating surfaces face. Be specific with the names of the articulating surfaces. What is the effect of these orientations on the movements of the vertebral column in each region?

Name: describe the orientations of the joint surfaces in the cervical thoracic and lumbar regions ie which directions do the articulating surfaces face be specific with the names of the articulati 58112
Uploaded: 2020-07-14T04:31:16-08:00
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Description: describe the orientations of the joint surfaces in the cervical thoracic and lumbar regions ie which directions do the articulating surfaces face be specific with the names of the articulati 58112

          Describe the orientations of the joint surfaces in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions (i.e., which directions do the articulating surfaces face.  Be specific with the names of the articulating surfaces. What is the effect of these orientations on the movements of the vertebral column in each region?

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07/14/2020

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In this region, the articulating surfaces of the vertebrae are known as the superior and inferior articular facets. The superior articular facets face posteriorly and slightly laterally, while the inferior articular facets face anteriorly and slightly medially. Show more…

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Describe the orientations of the joint surfaces in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions (i.e., which directions do the articulating surfaces face. Be specific with the names of the articulating surfaces. What is the effect of these orientations on the movements of the vertebral column in each region?