The Atlas & Axis (C1 & C2)

Adorning the top of your spine are two unique vertebrae. Arguably the most important of the lot. Your Atlas & Axis or C1 & C2. In this episode, we explore greek inspired etymology, vertebral osteology & investigate why exactly cervical spinal injuries are so dangerous. By the end of this episode, you should be able to look through the 33 spinal bones all jumbled up & easily pick these two from the bunch. 

Terms covered this week; Atlas & axis. Spinous & transverse processes. Vertebral and transverse foramen. Vertebral body, lateral mass & articular facets.