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Joints of Suboccipital Area 3D

  • Atlantooccipital Joint
    • * Synovial joint that connects the atlas vertebra with the occipital bone of the skull.
    • * Classified as a condyloid joint with a joint capsule composed of an outer fibrous layer and an inner synovial membrane.
    • * Joint capsule is reinforced by several ligaments, including the anterior and posterior atlantooccipital membranes.
    • * Allows for flexion and extension of the head, as well as limited lateral movement.
    • * Plays an important role in maintaining the balance and stability of the head and neck.

 

  • Atlantoaxial Joint
    • * Synovial joint that connects the atlas and axis vertebrae in the neck.
    • * Classified as a pivot joint with a joint capsule composed of an outer fibrous layer and an inner synovial membrane.
    • * Joint capsule is reinforced by several ligaments, including the transverse ligament of the atlas.
    • * Allows for rotational movement of the head.
    • * Helps to stabilize the head and neck during movement.

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  • Atlantooccipital Joint
    • * Synovial joint that connects the atlas vertebra with the occipital bone of the skull.
    • * Classified as a condyloid joint with a joint capsule composed of an outer fibrous layer and an inner synovial membrane.
    • * Joint capsule is reinforced by several ligaments, including the anterior and posterior atlantooccipital membranes.
    • * Allows for flexion and extension of the head, as well as limited lateral movement.
    • * Plays an important role in maintaining the balance and stability of the head and neck.

 

  • Atlantoaxial Joint
    • * Synovial joint that connects the atlas and axis vertebrae in the neck.
    • * Classified as a pivot joint with a joint capsule composed of an outer fibrous layer and an inner synovial membrane.
    • * Joint capsule is reinforced by several ligaments, including the transverse ligament of the atlas.
    • * Allows for rotational movement of the head.
    • * Helps to stabilize the head and neck during movement.

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