Liigeseprotsesside

liigeseprotsesside refers to the bony projections found on the articular processes of vertebrae. These processes are part of the synovial joints that connect adjacent vertebrae, specifically the facet joints or zygapophyseal joints. Each vertebra typically has four articular processes: two superior and two inferior. The superior articular processes face medially and articulate with the inferior articular processes of the vertebra above, while the inferior articular processes face laterally and articulate with the superior articular processes of the vertebra below. The liigeseprotsesside are the articular surfaces of these processes, covered with hyaline cartilage, which allow for smooth movement between the vertebrae. The orientation and shape of these liigeseprotsesside vary along the vertebral column, influencing the range and type of motion possible in different regions, such as the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. They play a crucial role in providing stability to the spine while also permitting flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation. Damage or degeneration of the liigeseprotsesside, often due to aging, injury, or conditions like osteoarthritis, can lead to joint pain, stiffness, and limited mobility.