What Are Craniovertebral Joints?

Craniovertebral Joints
A craniovertebral joint is exactly what it sounds like: a joint that permits movement between the vertebral column and the skull. The ligaments in the spine support and reinforce the joints between the vertebrae. The atlas and axis in particular work with the ligaments to move the neck.

What type of synovial joint is the Craniovertebral joint?

The atlantooccipital joint (also known as the C0-C1 joint) is a paired symmetrical articulation between the cervical spine and the base of the skull. Along with the atlantoaxial joint, it makes up a group called the craniovertebral joints.

Is the Craniovertebral joint synovial?

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The articular processes of this joint are flat, which limits axial rotation and stabilizes flexion and extension. Each articulation forms a synovial joint surrounded by capsular ligaments. The atlanto-axial joint has two distinct articulation points that act together to enable axial rotation.

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