Given the vertebral structure and orientation of the facet joints in the thoracic spine, which of the following motions would be most limited?
a. Lateral flexion
b. Rotation
c. Flexion
d. Extension
ANS: D
The close approximation of the thoracic spine spinous processes and 60 ° orientation of the facet
joint allow for very limited motion into extension.
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