Mohamed Abbas, a science teacher at Senioritis.io

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Understanding Transitional Vertebrae: An Anatomical Variation and Its Implications for Spinal Health

Transitional Vertebrae Where change in spinal curve is going to be the most notable Transitional vertebrae are vertebral segments that exhibit a combination of the characteristics of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Cervicothoracic Junction: Injuries, Conditions, and Treatment Options.

Cervicothoracic Junction Change from cervical lordosis to thoracic kyphosis The cervicothoracic junction is the area where the neck meets the thoracic spine, consisting of the last cervical...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Understanding Cervicothoracic Junction (CTJ) – Common Conditions and Injuries

Cervicothoracic Junction is prone to Restricted mobility Cervicothoracic Junction (CTJ) is the area in the spine where the cervical spine (neck) meets the thoracic spine (upper back)....

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Understanding the Thoracolumbar Junction and Common Conditions: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Thoracolumbar Junction Change from thoracic kyphosis to lumbar lordosis The thoracolumbar junction refers to the transition zone between the thoracic and lumbar regions of the spine, where...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Exploring the Function and Importance of the Upper Facets of the Thoracolumbar Junction in Spinal Health

Thoracolumbar Junction: Upper Facets Engage in flexion-extension and allow rotation The thoracolumbar junction is the transitional area between the thoracic and lumbar regions of the spine. It...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Understanding the Costovertebral Joints and their Role in the Thoracolumbar Junction

Thoracolumbar Junction: Lower Facets Restrict rotation, resulting in harder end feel on rotational testing The thoracolumbar junction is the area of the spine where the thoracic and...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

Understanding the Importance of the Thoracolumbar Junction: Vulnerability to Injuries and Stresses Due to Spine Mobility

Thoracolumbar Junction specific vertebrae include: T12L1T11 The Thoracolumbar Junction is the region located between the thoracic spine (upper back) and the lumbar spine (lower back). The specific...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biomechanics

The Role of Lumbar Apophyseal Joints in Lower Back Support and Injury Prevention

Lumbar apophyseal joints are oriented nearly Vertically vertically in the sagittal plane and function as gliding joints with a small degree of rotation and flexion-extension movement. The...