Oct 30, 2023 · The primary movement of the atlantoaxial joint complex is rotation. In rotation the atlas together with the head, rotate around the dens of axis. This movement allows us to turn …

The atlanto-axial joint, consisting of the atlas (C1) and axis (C2), plays a vital role in enabling cervical spine rotation but lacks the bony stability found in the lower cervical vertebrae.

Aug 28, 2023 · The atlantoaxial joint is a unique joint with multiple distinct structural aspects contributing to its crucial function for cervical stability and mobilization. It consists of three …

Aug 20, 2024 · The atlanto-axial articulation is a complex of three synovial joints, which join the atlas (C1) to the axis (C2). The atlanto-axial joint allows 10-15 o of flexion/extension, 30 o of …

Mar 2, 2025 · The C1 C2 spinal motion segment, also called the atlantoaxial joint, is located in the upper portion of the cervical spine. It consists of the C1 and C2 vertebrae, and the anatomical …

Mar 31, 2023 · The atlantoaxial joint is a specific joint with multiple distinct structural parts donating to its crucial function for cervical stability & mobilization. It consists of 3 distinct, …

Apr 5, 2025 · Rotation is the main motion of the atlantoaxial joint complex. The head and the atlas spin around the axis of rotation. With this movement, we can turn our head to see either left or …

Aug 28, 2023 · The atlantoaxial joint is a type of synovial joint that is classified as a uniaxial pivot joint. This joint resides in the upper part of the neck between the first and second cervical …

Movements at atlanto-axial joint. The movement provided by the atlanto-axial articulation takes place in all three joints simultaneously. The main motion is a rotational movement around the …

Jul 7, 2021 · Dr. Schultz explains what the Atlantoaxial Joint is and does, symptoms that it isn't working, how to treat this crucial upper cervical joint.