SECTION 4.2 - THE AXIAL SKELETON (pg 120-129)
LESSON OBJECTIVES:
1. Explain the ways in which the skull of an infant is similar to & different from an adult skull.
2. Identify the bones of the cranium & face and describe their locations.
3. Describe the structure of a typical vertebra & explain how the atlas, axis, & other cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae are specialized for their specific functions.
4. Identify & describe the normal spinal curves and the abnormal spinal curvatures that can develop.
5. Discuss the functional importance of the intervertebral discs, including which practices can help keep them healthy.
1. Explain the ways in which the skull of an infant is similar to & different from an adult skull.
2. Identify the bones of the cranium & face and describe their locations.
3. Describe the structure of a typical vertebra & explain how the atlas, axis, & other cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae are specialized for their specific functions.
4. Identify & describe the normal spinal curves and the abnormal spinal curvatures that can develop.
5. Discuss the functional importance of the intervertebral discs, including which practices can help keep them healthy.