The Spine

Front

What is the spine?

Back

The spine is a column of bones called vertebrae that supports the body and protects the spinal cord.

Front

How many bones are in the human spine?

Back

There are 33 or 34 bones in the human spine.

Front

What are the five regions of the spine?

Back

Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacrum, Coccygeal.

Front

What is Spondylolisthesis?

Back

Spondylolisthesis is a condition where one vertebral body slips over another.

Front

What is the function of the lumbar region of the spine?

Back

The lumbar region supports the lower back and bears much of the body's weight.

Front

What is the role of the spinal cord?

Back

The spinal cord transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What is a vertebra?

Back

A vertebra is one of the individual bones that make up the spine.

Front

What is the patellar reflex?

Back

The patellar reflex is a knee-jerk reaction that tests the L4 nerve root.

Front

What are red flag symptoms for back pain?

Back

Red flag symptoms include fevers, saddle anesthesia, and IV drug abuse.

Front

Which nerve root corresponds to the patellar reflex?

Back

The patellar reflex corresponds to the L4 nerve root.