2025年3月29日 · The 7th cervical (C7) vertebra is the largest and most inferior vertebra in the neck region. Unlike the other cervical vertebrae, the C7 has a large spinous process that protrudes posteriorly toward the skin at the back of the neck.

2022年1月18日 · Your cervical spine — the neck area of your spine — consists of seven stacked bones called vertebrae. The first two vertebrae of your cervical spine are unique in shape and function. Your first vertebra (C1), also called the atlas, is a ring-shaped bone that begins at the base of your skull.

The C6-C7 spinal motion segment bears the primary load from the weight of the head and supports the lower part of the neck. This motion segment is susceptible to degeneration, trauma, and intervertebral disc problems.

The C7-T1 spinal motion segment connects the mobile cervical spine with the relatively rigid thoracic spine. This motion segment is susceptible to degeneration, trauma, and intervertebral disc problems.

The C6 C7 spine is a vital part of the cervical spine, contributing to the mobility and function of the neck and upper limbs. When problems arise in this area, they can lead to significant discomfort and neurological symptoms.

The C7 has similar anatomical characteristics to C6, except the C7 vertebra is superior to the first thoracic vertebra (T1) and earns the name vertebra prominens from it being visible and felt at the base of the neck. Unlike C6 and C7, C8 is not a vertebrae, but is a cervical spinal nerve instead.

2022年5月24日 · The cervical spine is the first part of the spinal column, consisting of 7 cervical vertebrae, C1-C7. These vertebrae are ring-like bony structures supporting the weight of the head. The first two bones, C1 and C2, are highly specialized, known as the atlas and axis.

When feeling the back of the neck, the C7 vertebra’s spinous process (bony hump) sticks out more than the other cervical vertebrae. C7 is the bottom of the cervical spine and connects with the top of the thoracic spine, T1, to form the cervicothoracic junction—also referred to as C7-T1.

The C7 spine plays an integral role in the overall function of your neck and upper back, contributing to stability, movement, and protection of the spinal cord. Given its importance, maintaining the health of the C7 spine is crucial for overall spinal wellness.

2022年10月18日 · C7 possesses the standard cervical vertebral features but has some distinct features: spinous process ends in a rounded tubercle and is not bifid. C7 transverse foramina are small, and do not transmit the vertebral artery. C7 anterior tubercle is small, and is the site of attachment for scalenus pleuralis and suprapleural membrane