Anatomy of the Spine

This chart focuses on injuries rather than disorders and includes fractures, herniated discs, and spinal cord injuries.  Clearly labelled full-colour illustrations show normal spine anatomy and a cross-section view of a vertebra.  Also included are anterior and posterior depictions of the Dematome map.

The following injuries are shown with clearly labelled illustrations:

• Hyperextension
• Hyperflexion
• Burner/Stinger
• Spondylolisthesis with cord injury
• Dislocation of thoracic vertebra
• Burst Fracture
• Compression Fracture
• Spondylolysis
• Burst fracture of thoracic vertebra
• Herniated disc