zygapophysis (Meaning)
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zygapophysis (n.)
One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See under Vertebra.
Synonyms & Antonyms of zygapophysis
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zygapophysis Sentence Examples
- The zygapophysis of the lumbar vertebra interlocked to prevent lateral flexion of the spine.
- The superior zygapophysis articulates with the inferior zygapophysis of the adjacent vertebra above.
- The zygapophyseal joints formed by the zygapophyses provide stability to the spine.
- Degeneration of the zygapophyseal joints can cause back pain and stiffness.
- The zygapophyses are also known as facet joints, which facilitate movement between adjacent vertebrae.
- Osteoarthritis of the zygapophyseal joints is a common cause of chronic back pain.
- The neural foramen, located between the zygapophyses, allows the passage of spinal nerves.
- Tumors or infections involving the zygapophyses can compress the spinal cord or nerves.
- Zygapophyseal injections are often used to alleviate pain associated with zygapophyseal joint degeneration.
- Surgery may be necessary to remove damaged zygapophyses or repair zygapophyseal joint instability.
FAQs About the word zygapophysis
One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See under Vertebra.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The zygapophysis of the lumbar vertebra interlocked to prevent lateral flexion of the spine.
The superior zygapophysis articulates with the inferior zygapophysis of the adjacent vertebra above.
The zygapophyseal joints formed by the zygapophyses provide stability to the spine.
Degeneration of the zygapophyseal joints can cause back pain and stiffness.
